How to pronounce treacle
Say it like TREE-kul. Treacle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TREE).
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- TREE
- kul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Treacle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of treacle
American and British speakers say treacle in essentially the same way: /ˈtrikəl/ in the US and /ˈtriːkəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TREE-kul.
What does treacle mean?
- A syrupy byproduct of sugar refining; molasses or golden syrup.
- Cloying sentimental speech.
- Sweetheart (from treacle tart).“Listen, treacle, this is the last time I'll warn you!”
- To apply treacle to a surface, so as to catch flies or moths, etc.
Questions about saying treacle
How do you pronounce treacle?
Say TREE-kul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrikəl/. In British English it is /ˈtriːkəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in treacle?
Treacle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TREE). Broken into parts: TREE · kul.
Do Americans and Brits say treacle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrikəl/ and the British form is /ˈtriːkəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.