How to pronounce virgules
Say it like VEER-ghyoolz. Virgules has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEER).
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- VEER
- ghyoolz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Virgules pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ghyoolzGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of virgules
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: VEER-ghyoolz.
What does virgules mean?
- plural of virgule How to pronounce virgule
Questions about saying virgules
How do you pronounce virgules?
Say VEER-ghyoolz. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɪrˌɡjulz/. In British English it is /ˈvɪəˌɡjuːlz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in virgules?
Virgules has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VEER). Broken into parts: VEER · ghyoolz.
Is virgules pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈvɪəˌɡjuːlz/ (VEER-ghyoolz).