How to pronounce quisling
Say it like KWIZ-ling. Quisling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIZ).
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- KWIZ
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quisling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of quisling
American and British speakers say quisling in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIZ-ling.
What does quisling mean?
- present participle and gerund of quisle
Where does quisling come from?
Ultimately related to English twistle, twissel, and twizzle.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Questions about saying quisling
How do you pronounce quisling?
Say KWIZ-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quisling?
Quisling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIZ). Broken into parts: KWIZ · ling.
Do Americans and Brits say quisling the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪzlɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.