How to pronounce trundle
Say it like TRUHN-dul. Trundle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHN).
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- TRUHN
- dul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trundle pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- dulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of trundle
American and British speakers say trundle in essentially the same way: /ˈtrʌndəl/ in the US and /ˈtrʌndəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRUHN-dul.
What does trundle mean?
- To wheel or roll (an object on wheels), especially by pushing, often slowly or heavily.“Every morning, the vendors trundle their carts out into the market.”
- To transport (something or someone) using an object on wheels, especially one that is pushed.
- To move heavily (on wheels).
- A motion as of something moving upon little wheels or rollers; a rolling motion.
- The sound made by an object being moved on wheels.
- A lantern wheel, or one of its bars.
Where does trundle come from?
From Middle English trondlin, trondelen, a variation of Middle English trendlen, from Old English trendlian.
Words that rhyme with trundle
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trundle.
Questions about saying trundle
How do you pronounce trundle?
Say TRUHN-dul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrʌndəl/. In British English it is /ˈtrʌndəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trundle?
Trundle has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHN). Broken into parts: TRUHN · dul.
Do Americans and Brits say trundle the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrʌndəl/ and the British form is /ˈtrʌndəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.