How to pronounce surcingle
Say it like SUR-sing-gul. Surcingle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR).
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- SUR
- sing
- gul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Surcingle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- singGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- gulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of surcingle
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SUR-sing-gul.
What does surcingle mean?
- A long unpadded strap to pass over and keep in place a blanket, pack or saddle on an animal.
- A piece of tack wrapped around the belly of a horse, to use when longeing.
- A girdle to fasten a garment, especially a cassock.
- To fasten with a surcingle.
Where does surcingle come from?
From Old French surcengle, formed with sur (“over”) and cengle (“girdle”).
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Questions about saying surcingle
How do you pronounce surcingle?
Say SUR-sing-gul. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɝˌsɪŋɡəl/. In British English it is /ˈsɜːsɪŋɡəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in surcingle?
Surcingle has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SUR). Broken into parts: SUR · sing · gul.
Is surcingle 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 /ˈsɜːsɪŋɡəl/ (SUR-sing-gul).