How to pronounce quenelle
Say it like kuh-NEL. Quenelle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEL).
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- kuh
- NEL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quenelle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of quenelle
American and British speakers say quenelle in essentially the same way: /kəˈnɛl/ in the US and /kəˈnɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: kuh-NEL.
What does quenelle mean?
- A light dumpling made of lightly spiced minced meat or fish bound with egg and poached.
- An elliptical shape molded by chefs from soft foods using two spoons.
- A gesture which is usually performed by pointing one arm diagonally downwards palm down, while touching the shoulder with the opposite hand, in a manner similar to an inverted Nazi salute.
- To form a quenelle.
Where does quenelle come from?
Borrowed from French quenelle, from German Knödel.
Words that rhyme with quenelle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quenelle.
Questions about saying quenelle
How do you pronounce quenelle?
Say kuh-NEL. The American pronunciation is /kəˈnɛl/. In British English it is /kəˈnɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quenelle?
Quenelle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEL). Broken into parts: kuh · NEL.
Do Americans and Brits say quenelle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kəˈnɛl/ and the British form is /kəˈnɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.