How to pronounce timbrel
Say it like TIM-brul. Timbrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIM).
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- TIM
- brul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Timbrel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- brulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of timbrel
American and British speakers say timbrel in essentially the same way: /ˈtɪmbrəl/ in the US and /ˈtɪmbrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TIM-brul.
What does timbrel mean?
- An ancient percussion instrument rather like a simple tambourine.
- To play the timbrel.
- To accompany with the sound of the timbrel.
Where does timbrel come from?
Diminutive of Old French timbre, from Latin tympanum.
Questions about saying timbrel
How do you pronounce timbrel?
Say TIM-brul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɪmbrəl/. In British English it is /ˈtɪmbrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in timbrel?
Timbrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIM). Broken into parts: TIM · brul.
Do Americans and Brits say timbrel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɪmbrəl/ and the British form is /ˈtɪmbrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.