How to pronounce sunroof
Say it like SUHN-roof. Sunroof has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈsʌnˌruf/SUHN-roof
UK British/ˈsʌnˌruːf/SUHN-roof
- SUHN
- roof
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sunroof pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- roofGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of sunroof
American and British speakers say sunroof in essentially the same way: /ˈsʌnˌruf/ in the US and /ˈsʌnˌruːf/ in the UK.
British respelling: SUHN-roof.
What does sunroof mean?
noun
- A fixed or operable opening in a vehicle roof (car or truck) which allows fresh air and/or light to enter the passenger compartment. A sunroof may include a transparent or opaque panel and may be manually operated or power driven.
Where does sunroof come from?
From sun + roof.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- sunshine-roof
Questions about saying sunroof
How do you pronounce sunroof?
Say SUHN-roof. The American pronunciation is /ˈsʌnˌruf/. In British English it is /ˈsʌnˌruːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sunroof?
Sunroof has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUHN). Broken into parts: SUHN · roof.
Do Americans and Brits say sunroof the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsʌnˌruf/ and the British form is /ˈsʌnˌruːf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.