How to pronounce trumeau
Say it like troo-MOH. Trumeau has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOH).
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- troo
- MOH
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trumeau pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- trooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- MOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of trumeau
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: troo-MOH.
What does trumeau mean?
- The pillar or center post supporting the lintel in the middle of a doorway or window opening, especially in a church.
- A trumeau mirror.
Where does trumeau come from?
Borrowed from French trumeau.
Words that rhyme with trumeau
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trumeau.
Questions about saying trumeau
How do you pronounce trumeau?
Say troo-MOH. The American pronunciation is /truˈmoʊ/. In British English it is /truːˈməʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trumeau?
Trumeau has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MOH). Broken into parts: troo · MOH.
Is trumeau pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /truːˈməʊ/ (troo-MOH).