How to pronounce thunderclap
Say it like THUHN-der-klap. Thunderclap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUHN).
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- THUHN
- der
- klap
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Thunderclap pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- klapGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of thunderclap
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: THUHN-duh-klap.
What does thunderclap mean?
- A sudden, loud thunder caused by a nearby lightning strike; a shock of thunder, as opposed to a reverberating rumble.
- A very loud fart.
- Something that makes a big, dramatic impact.
- To produce a loud burst of sound like a thunderclap.
Where does thunderclap come from?
From thunder + clap.
Questions about saying thunderclap
How do you pronounce thunderclap?
Say THUHN-der-klap. The American pronunciation is /ˈθʌndɚˌklæp/. In British English it is /ˈθʌndəˌklæp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in thunderclap?
Thunderclap has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THUHN). Broken into parts: THUHN · der · klap.
Is thunderclap 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 /ˈθʌndəˌklæp/ (THUHN-duh-klap).