How to pronounce spousal
Say it like SPOW-zul. Spousal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPOW).
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- SPOW
- zul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spousal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- zulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of spousal
American and British speakers say spousal in essentially the same way: /ˈspaʊzəl/ in the US and /ˈspaʊzəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: SPOW-zul.
What does spousal mean?
- of or relating to marriage
- of or relating to a spouse, spouses; to the relationship between spouses
Where does spousal come from?
From spouse + -al.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with spousal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spousal.
Questions about saying spousal
How do you pronounce spousal?
Say SPOW-zul. The American pronunciation is /ˈspaʊzəl/. In British English it is /ˈspaʊzəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spousal?
Spousal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPOW). Broken into parts: SPOW · zul.
Do Americans and Brits say spousal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈspaʊzəl/ and the British form is /ˈspaʊzəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.