How to pronounce vol
Say it like VOL. Vol is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- VOL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Vol pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VOLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of vol
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: VOL.
What does vol mean?
- A heraldic symbol consisting of a pair of outstretched wings, often conjoined at their shoulders.
Where does vol come from?
From French vol (“flight; vol”).
Words that rhyme with vol
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of vol.
Questions about saying vol
How do you pronounce vol?
Say VOL. The American pronunciation is /vɑl/. In British English it is /vɒl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in vol?
Vol is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: VOL.
Is vol pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /vɒl/ (VOL).