How to pronounce voluble
Say it like VOL-yuh-bul. Voluble has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOL).
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- VOL
- yuh
- bul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Voluble 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.
- yuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- bulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of voluble
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: VOL-yuu-bul.
What does voluble mean?
- Fluent or having a ready flow of speech.
- Of thoughts, feelings, or something that is expressed: expressed readily or at length and in a fluent manner.
- Easily rolling or turning; having a fluid, undulating motion.
Where does voluble come from?
From Middle French volubile, from Latin volūbilis (“rolling”), from volvō (“roll”).
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Words that rhyme with voluble
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Questions about saying voluble
How do you pronounce voluble?
Say VOL-yuh-bul. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɑljəbəl/. In British English it is /ˈvɒljʊbəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in voluble?
Voluble has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOL). Broken into parts: VOL · yuh · bul.
Is voluble 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 /ˈvɒljʊbəl/ (VOL-yuu-bul).