How to pronounce solon
Say it like SOH-lun. Solon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈsoʊlən/SOH-lun
UK British/ˈsəʊlən/SOH-lun
- SOH
- lun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Solon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- lunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of solon
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: SOH-lun.
What does solon mean?
noun
- A wise legislator or lawgiver.
- Any legislator.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- statesman
- national leader
Words that rhyme with solon
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of solon.
Questions about saying solon
How do you pronounce solon?
Say SOH-lun. The American pronunciation is /ˈsoʊlən/. In British English it is /ˈsəʊlən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in solon?
Solon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH). Broken into parts: SOH · lun.
Is solon pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈsəʊlən/ (SOH-lun).