How to pronounce swirly
Say it like SWUR-lee. Swirly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWUR).
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- SWUR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swirly 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.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of swirly
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SWUR-lee.
What does swirly mean?
- Having swirls; swirling.
- Alternative form of swirlie.
Where does swirly come from?
From swirl + -y.
Words that rhyme with swirly
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of swirly.
Questions about saying swirly
How do you pronounce swirly?
Say SWUR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈswɝli/. In British English it is /ˈswɜːli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swirly?
Swirly has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWUR). Broken into parts: SWUR · lee.
Is swirly 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 /ˈswɜːli/ (SWUR-lee).