How to pronounce result
Say it like rih-ZUHLT. Result has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZUHLT).
- rih
- ZUHLT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Result pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZUHLTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of result
American and British speakers say result in essentially the same way: /rɪˈzʌlt/ in the US and /rɪˈzʌlt/ in the UK.
British respelling: rih-ZUHLT.
What does result mean?
- a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon“the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise”“his decision had depressing consequences for business”
- a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem“they were trying to find a peaceful solution”“the answers were in the back of the book”
- something that results“he listened for the results on the radio”
- issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end“result in tragedy”
- produce as a result or residue“The water left a mark on the silk dress”“Her blood left a stain on the napkin”
- come about or follow as a consequence“nothing will result from this meeting”
Where does result come from?
Recorded since 1432 as Middle English resulten, from Medieval Latin resultare, in Classical Latin "to spring forward, rebound", the frequentative of the past participle of resilio (“to rebound”), from re- (“back”) + salio (“to jump, leap”).
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Words that rhyme with result
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Questions about saying result
How do you pronounce result?
Say rih-ZUHLT. The American pronunciation is /rɪˈzʌlt/. In British English it is /rɪˈzʌlt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in result?
Result has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZUHLT). Broken into parts: rih · ZUHLT.
Do Americans and Brits say result the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /rɪˈzʌlt/ and the British form is /rɪˈzʌlt/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.