How to pronounce stairwell
Say it like STAIR-wel. Stairwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAIR).
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- STAIR
- wel
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stairwell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- welKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of stairwell
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STAIR-wel.
What does stairwell mean?
- A shaft in a multi-story building enclosing a stairway or staircase.
Where does stairwell come from?
From stair + well.
Questions about saying stairwell
How do you pronounce stairwell?
Say STAIR-wel. The American pronunciation is /ˈstɛrwɛl/. In British English it is /ˈstɛəwɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stairwell?
Stairwell has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAIR). Broken into parts: STAIR · wel.
Is stairwell 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 /ˈstɛəwɛl/ (STAIR-wel).