How to pronounce penfold
Say it like PEN-fohld. Penfold has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEN).
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- PEN
- fohld
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Penfold pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- fohldGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of penfold
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: PEN-fohld.
What does penfold mean?
- Alternative spelling of pinfold.
Where does penfold come from?
From pen + fold.
Words that rhyme with penfold
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of penfold.
Questions about saying penfold
How do you pronounce penfold?
Say PEN-fohld. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛnˌfoʊld/. In British English it is /ˈpɛnˌfəʊld/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in penfold?
Penfold has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEN). Broken into parts: PEN · fohld.
Is penfold pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈpɛnˌfəʊld/ (PEN-fohld).