How to pronounce twirling
Say it like TWUR-ling. Twirling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TWUR).
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- TWUR
- ling
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Twirling pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TWURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- lingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of twirling
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TWUR-ling.
What does twirling mean?
- present participle and gerund of twirl How to pronounce twirl
- The motion of something that twirls.
Words that rhyme with twirling
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of twirling.
Questions about saying twirling
How do you pronounce twirling?
Say TWUR-ling. The American pronunciation is /ˈtwɝlɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtwɜːlɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in twirling?
Twirling has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TWUR). Broken into parts: TWUR · ling.
Is twirling 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 /ˈtwɜːlɪŋ/ (TWUR-ling).