How to pronounce sniffle
Say it like SNIF-ul. Sniffle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIF).
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- SNIF
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sniffle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sniffle
American and British speakers say sniffle in essentially the same way: /ˈsnɪfəl/ in the US and /ˈsnɪfəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SNIF-ul.
What does sniffle mean?
- The act, or the sound of sniffling; the condition of having a runny or wet nose, as from a cold or allergies.“I sometimes have a sniffle during allergy season.”
- To make a whimpering or sniffing sound when breathing, because of a runny nose.“Her dad heard her sniffling and passed her a handkerchief.”
- To utter with a whimpering or sniffing sound.“He sniffled a pathetic apology.”
Where does sniffle come from?
From sniff + -le (frequentative suffix).
Words that rhyme with sniffle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sniffle.
Questions about saying sniffle
How do you pronounce sniffle?
Say SNIF-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnɪfəl/. In British English it is /ˈsnɪfəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sniffle?
Sniffle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIF). Broken into parts: SNIF · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say sniffle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsnɪfəl/ and the British form is /ˈsnɪfəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.