How to pronounce wastrel
Say it like WAY-strul. Wastrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY).
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- WAY
- strul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wastrel pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- strulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of wastrel
American and British speakers say wastrel in essentially the same way: /ˈweɪstrəl/ in the US and /ˈweɪstrəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: WAY-strul.
What does wastrel mean?
- One who is profligate, who wastes time or resources extravagantly.
Where does wastrel come from?
1847, waste + -rel (pejorative).
Questions about saying wastrel
How do you pronounce wastrel?
Say WAY-strul. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪstrəl/. In British English it is /ˈweɪstrəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wastrel?
Wastrel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY). Broken into parts: WAY · strul.
Do Americans and Brits say wastrel the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈweɪstrəl/ and the British form is /ˈweɪstrəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.