How to pronounce razorbill
Say it like RAY-zer-bil. Razorbill has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- zer
- bil
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Razorbill pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- bilGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of razorbill
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-zuh-bil.
What does razorbill mean?
- A large black and white auk of species Alca torda, native to the north Atlantic.
Where does razorbill come from?
From razor + bill.
Questions about saying razorbill
How do you pronounce razorbill?
Say RAY-zer-bil. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪzɚˌbɪl/. In British English it is /ˈreɪzəˌbɪl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in razorbill?
Razorbill has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · zer · bil.
Is razorbill 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 /ˈreɪzəˌbɪl/ (RAY-zuh-bil).