How to pronounce swordlike
Say it like SORD-lyke. Swordlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORD).
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- SORD
- lyke
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swordlike pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SORDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- lykeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
American vs British pronunciation of swordlike
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAWD-lyke.
What does swordlike mean?
- resembling a sword
Where does swordlike come from?
From sword + -like.
Questions about saying swordlike
How do you pronounce swordlike?
Say SORD-lyke. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔrdˌlaɪk/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːdˌlaɪk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swordlike?
Swordlike has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SORD). Broken into parts: SORD · lyke.
Is swordlike 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 /ˈsɔːdˌlaɪk/ (SAWD-lyke).