How to pronounce tripoli
Say it like TRIP-uh-lee. Tripoli has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIP).
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- TRIP
- uh
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tripoli pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRIPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of tripoli
American and British speakers say tripoli in essentially the same way: /ˈtrɪpəli/ in the US and /ˈtrɪpəli/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRIP-uh-lee.
What does tripoli mean?
- A sedimentary rock composed of the shells of diatoms etc., used for polishing.
Where does tripoli come from?
Originally brought from Tripoli in Libya.
Questions about saying tripoli
How do you pronounce tripoli?
Say TRIP-uh-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrɪpəli/. In British English it is /ˈtrɪpəli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tripoli?
Tripoli has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIP). Broken into parts: TRIP · uh · lee.
Do Americans and Brits say tripoli the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrɪpəli/ and the British form is /ˈtrɪpəli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.