How to pronounce revel
Say it like REV-ul. Revel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REV).
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- REV
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Revel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of revel
American and British speakers say revel in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛvəl/ in the US and /ˈrɛvəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: REV-ul.
What does revel mean?
- An instance of merrymaking; a celebration.
- A kind of dance.
- A wake for the dead.
- Alternative form of reveal.
- To make merry; to have a happy, lively time.
- To take delight (in something).
Where does revel come from?
From Middle English revelen, from Old French revel, from reveler (“to be disorderly, to make merry”), from Latin rebello (“to rebel”).
Words that rhyme with revel
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of revel.
Questions about saying revel
How do you pronounce revel?
Say REV-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛvəl/. In British English it is /ˈrɛvəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in revel?
Revel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REV). Broken into parts: REV · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say revel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛvəl/ and the British form is /ˈrɛvəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.