How to pronounce viral
Say it like VY-rul. Viral has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VY).
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- VY
- rul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Viral pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- rulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of viral
American and British speakers say viral in essentially the same way: /ˈvaɪrəl/ in the US and /ˈvaɪrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: VY-rul.
What does viral mean?
- relating to or caused by a virus“viral infection”
Where does viral come from?
From virus + -al.
Words that rhyme with viral
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of viral.
Questions about saying viral
How do you pronounce viral?
Say VY-rul. The American pronunciation is /ˈvaɪrəl/. In British English it is /ˈvaɪrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in viral?
Viral has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VY). Broken into parts: VY · rul.
Do Americans and Brits say viral the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈvaɪrəl/ and the British form is /ˈvaɪrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.