How to pronounce swirling
Say it like SWUR-ling. Swirling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWUR).
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- SWUR
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swirling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SWURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of swirling
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SWUR-ling.
What does swirling mean?
- that swirls
- A pattern or motion that swirls.
- present participle and gerund of swirl How to pronounce swirl
Words that rhyme with swirling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of swirling.
Questions about saying swirling
How do you pronounce swirling?
Say SWUR-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈswɝlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈswɜːlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swirling?
Swirling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWUR). Broken into parts: SWUR · ling.
Is swirling 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 /ˈswɜːlɪŋ/ (SWUR-ling).