How to pronounce sculptural
Say it like SKUHLP-cher-rul. Sculptural has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHLP).
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- SKUHLP
- cher
- rul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sculptural pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKUHLPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- rulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sculptural
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKUHLP-chuh-rul.
What does sculptural mean?
- Of, pertaining to, or having characteristics of sculpture.“His sculptural work never gained the acclaim his paintings did.”
Where does sculptural come from?
From sculpture + -al.
Questions about saying sculptural
How do you pronounce sculptural?
Say SKUHLP-cher-rul. The American pronunciation is /ˈskʌlptʃɚrəl/. In British English it is /ˈskʌlptʃərəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sculptural?
Sculptural has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKUHLP). Broken into parts: SKUHLP · cher · rul.
Is sculptural 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 /ˈskʌlptʃərəl/ (SKUHLP-chuh-rul).