How to pronounce vellum
Say it like VEL-um. Vellum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEL).
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- VEL
- um
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vellum pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- umKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of vellum
American and British speakers say vellum in essentially the same way: /ˈvɛləm/ in the US and /ˈvɛləm/ in the UK.
British respelling: VEL-um.
What does vellum mean?
- A type of parchment paper made from the skin of a lamb, baby goat, or calf.
- A writing paper of very high quality.
Where does vellum come from?
From Old French velin (French vélin), from Latin vitulinus (“of a calf”), as if derived from Old French veel (“veal”).
Words that rhyme with vellum
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vellum.
Questions about saying vellum
How do you pronounce vellum?
Say VEL-um. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɛləm/. In British English it is /ˈvɛləm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vellum?
Vellum has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEL). Broken into parts: VEL · um.
Do Americans and Brits say vellum the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvɛləm/ and the British form is /ˈvɛləm/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.