How to pronounce schoolgirl
Say it like SKOOL-gurl. Schoolgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOOL).
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- SKOOL
- gurl
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Schoolgirl 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.
- gurlGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of schoolgirl
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKOOL-gurl.
What does schoolgirl mean?
- A girl attending school.
- To restrain in a schoolgirl pin.
Where does schoolgirl come from?
Compound of school + girl.
Questions about saying schoolgirl
How do you pronounce schoolgirl?
Say SKOOL-gurl. The American pronunciation is /ˈskulˌɡɝl/. In British English it is /ˈskuːlˌɡɜːl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in schoolgirl?
Schoolgirl has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOOL). Broken into parts: SKOOL · gurl.
Is schoolgirl 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 /ˈskuːlˌɡɜːl/ (SKOOL-gurl).