How to pronounce trunnel
Say it like TRUHN-ul. Trunnel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHN).
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- TRUHN
- ul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trunnel 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.
- ulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of trunnel
American and British speakers say trunnel in essentially the same way: /ˈtrʌnəl/ in the US and /ˈtrʌnəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: TRUHN-ul.
What does trunnel mean?
- Alternative form of treenail.
- Alternative form of trundle.
Words that rhyme with trunnel
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trunnel.
Questions about saying trunnel
How do you pronounce trunnel?
Say TRUHN-ul. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrʌnəl/. In British English it is /ˈtrʌnəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trunnel?
Trunnel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHN). Broken into parts: TRUHN · ul.
Do Americans and Brits say trunnel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtrʌnəl/ and the British form is /ˈtrʌnəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.