How to pronounce quadrangle
Say it like KWAW-drang-gul. Quadrangle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWAW).
- KWAW
- drang
- gul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quadrangle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- drangKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- gulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quadrangle
American and British speakers say quadrangle in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɔdræŋɡəl/ in the US and /ˈkwɒdræŋɡəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWOD-rang-gul.
What does quadrangle mean?
- Synonym of quadrilateral (“a polygon with four sides”).
- A courtyard which is quadrangular.
- The buildings forming the border of such a courtyard.
Where does quadrangle come from?
Inherited from Middle English quadrangle, borrowed from Old French quadrangle, from Late Latin quadrangulum.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying quadrangle
How do you pronounce quadrangle?
Say KWAW-drang-gul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɔdræŋɡəl/. In British English it is /ˈkwɒdræŋɡəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quadrangle?
Quadrangle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWAW). Broken into parts: KWAW · drang · gul.
Do Americans and Brits say quadrangle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɔdræŋɡəl/ and the British form is /ˈkwɒdræŋɡəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.