How to pronounce peddle
Say it like PED-ul. Peddle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PED).
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- PED
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Peddle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of peddle
American and British speakers say peddle in essentially the same way: /ˈpɛdəl/ in the US and /ˈpɛdəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: PED-ul.
What does peddle mean?
- To sell things, especially door to door or in insignificant quantities.
- To sell illegal narcotics.
Where does peddle come from?
Back-formation from pedlar.
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Words that rhyme with peddle
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Questions about saying peddle
How do you pronounce peddle?
Say PED-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛdəl/. In British English it is /ˈpɛdəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in peddle?
Peddle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PED). Broken into parts: PED · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say peddle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɛdəl/ and the British form is /ˈpɛdəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as peddle?
Peddle sounds the same as pedal in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.