How to pronounce schoolbag
Say it like SKOOL-bag. Schoolbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOOL).
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- SKOOL
- bag
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Schoolbag pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKOOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- bagKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of schoolbag
American and British speakers say schoolbag in essentially the same way: /ˈskulbæɡ/ in the US and /ˈskuːlbæɡ/ in the UK.
British respelling: SKOOL-bag.
What does schoolbag mean?
- A satchel used to carry supplies for school; a bookbag.
Where does schoolbag come from?
From school + bag.
Questions about saying schoolbag
How do you pronounce schoolbag?
Say SKOOL-bag. The American pronunciation is /ˈskulbæɡ/. In British English it is /ˈskuːlbæɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in schoolbag?
Schoolbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOOL). Broken into parts: SKOOL · bag.
Do Americans and Brits say schoolbag the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈskulbæɡ/ and the British form is /ˈskuːlbæɡ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.