How to pronounce valorous
Say it like VAL-uh-rus. Valorous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAL).
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- VAL
- uh
- rus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Valorous pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of valorous
American and British speakers say valorous in essentially the same way: /ˈvælərəs/ in the US and /ˈvælərəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: VAL-uh-rus.
What does valorous mean?
- Having or displaying valor.
Where does valorous come from?
From Old French valeureux.
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Questions about saying valorous
How do you pronounce valorous?
Say VAL-uh-rus. The American pronunciation is /ˈvælərəs/. In British English it is /ˈvælərəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in valorous?
Valorous has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAL). Broken into parts: VAL · uh · rus.
Do Americans and Brits say valorous the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvælərəs/ and the British form is /ˈvælərəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.