How to pronounce wigeon
Say it like WIJ-un. Wigeon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIJ).
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- WIJ
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wigeon pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of wigeon
American and British speakers say wigeon in essentially the same way: /ˈwɪdʒən/ in the US and /ˈwɪdʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: WIJ-un.
What does wigeon mean?
- Any of three freshwater dabbling ducks.
- A fool.
Where does wigeon come from?
Early 16th century. Probably from Middle French vigeon, from Old French vigeon, vingeon (“wigeon”), from Old French vignier (“to whine or shout”) + -on (“noun suffix”).
Words that rhyme with wigeon
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Questions about saying wigeon
How do you pronounce wigeon?
Say WIJ-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪdʒən/. In British English it is /ˈwɪdʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wigeon?
Wigeon has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIJ). Broken into parts: WIJ · un.
Do Americans and Brits say wigeon the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈwɪdʒən/ and the British form is /ˈwɪdʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.