How to pronounce playgirl
Say it like PLAY-gurl. Playgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAY).
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- PLAY
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Playgirl pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of playgirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PLAY-gurl.
What does playgirl mean?
- The female counterpart to a playboy: a woman, specially a wealthy one, who devotes herself to a life of leisure and pleasure, often sexual, without commitments or responsibilities.
Where does playgirl come from?
From play + girl.
Questions about saying playgirl
How do you pronounce playgirl?
Say PLAY-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈpleɪˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈpleɪˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in playgirl?
Playgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAY). Broken into parts: PLAY · gurl.
Is playgirl pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈpleɪˌɡɜːl/ (PLAY-gurl).