How to pronounce turtlesque
Say it like tur-tuh-LESK. Turtlesque has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LESK).
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- tur
- tuh
- LESK
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Turtlesque pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- turGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of turtlesque
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: tur-tuh-LESK.
What does turtlesque mean?
- Resembling or characteristic of turtles.
- Slow
Where does turtlesque come from?
From turtle + -esque.
Words that rhyme with turtlesque
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of turtlesque.
Questions about saying turtlesque
How do you pronounce turtlesque?
Say tur-tuh-LESK. The American pronunciation is /ˌtɝtəˈlɛsk/. In British English it is /ˌtɜːtəˈlɛsk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in turtlesque?
Turtlesque has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LESK). Broken into parts: tur · tuh · LESK.
Is turtlesque pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌtɜːtəˈlɛsk/ (tur-tuh-LESK).