How to pronounce ungual
Say it like UHNG-gwul. Ungual has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNG).
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- UHNG
- gwul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ungual pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- gwulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ungual
American and British speakers say ungual in essentially the same way: /ˈʌŋɡwəl/ in the US and /ˈʌŋɡwəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHNG-gwul.
What does ungual mean?
- Pertaining to or resembling a creature's nail, claw or hoof; unguinal.
- A modified toe bone, typically ending in a hoof or claw.
Where does ungual come from?
From Latin unguis (“nail, claw, hoof”) + -al .
Questions about saying ungual
How do you pronounce ungual?
Say UHNG-gwul. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌŋɡwəl/. In British English it is /ˈʌŋɡwəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ungual?
Ungual has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHNG). Broken into parts: UHNG · gwul.
Do Americans and Brits say ungual the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌŋɡwəl/ and the British form is /ˈʌŋɡwəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.