How to pronounce victuals
Say it like VIT-ulz. Victuals has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VIT).
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- VIT
- ulz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Victuals pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ulzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of victuals
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: VIT-ulz.
What does victuals mean?
- plural of victual
- third-person singular simple present indicative of victual
Words that rhyme with victuals
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of victuals.
Questions about saying victuals
How do you pronounce victuals?
Say VIT-ulz. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɪtəlz/. In British English it is /ˈvɪtəlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in victuals?
Victuals has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VIT). Broken into parts: VIT · ulz.
Is victuals pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈvɪtəlz/ (VIT-ulz).