How to pronounce riyal
Say it like ree-AHL. Riyal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AHL).
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- ree
- AHL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Riyal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- AHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of riyal
American and British speakers say riyal in essentially the same way: /riˈɑl/ in the US and /riːˈɑːl/ in the UK.
British respelling: ree-AHL.
What does riyal mean?
- The official currency of Qatar, divided into 100 dirhams.
- The official currency of Saudi Arabia, divided into 100 halalas.
Words that rhyme with riyal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of riyal.
Questions about saying riyal
How do you pronounce riyal?
Say ree-AHL. The American pronunciation is /riˈɑl/. In British English it is /riːˈɑːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in riyal?
Riyal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AHL). Broken into parts: ree · AHL.
Do Americans and Brits say riyal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /riˈɑl/ and the British form is /riːˈɑːl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.