How to pronounce speechlore
Say it like SPEECH-lor. Speechlore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPEECH).
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- SPEECH
- lor
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Speechlore pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPEECHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- lorGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of speechlore
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPEECH-law.
What does speechlore mean?
- The science, study, or knowledge of language or speech; linguistics.
- Philology; grammar.
Where does speechlore come from?
From speech + lore.
Questions about saying speechlore
How do you pronounce speechlore?
Say SPEECH-lor. The American pronunciation is /ˈspitʃˌloʊr/. In British English it is /ˈspiːtʃˌlɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in speechlore?
Speechlore has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPEECH). Broken into parts: SPEECH · lor.
Is speechlore 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 /ˈspiːtʃˌlɔː/ (SPEECH-law).