How to pronounce worldwards
Say it like WURL-dwerdz. Worldwards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURL).
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- WURL
- dwerdz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Worldwards pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- dwerdzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of worldwards
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WURL-dwudz.
What does worldwards mean?
- Synonym of worldward.
Where does worldwards come from?
From world + -wards.
Questions about saying worldwards
How do you pronounce worldwards?
Say WURL-dwerdz. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝldwɚdz/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːldwədz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in worldwards?
Worldwards has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURL). Broken into parts: WURL · dwerdz.
Is worldwards 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 /ˈwɜːldwədz/ (WURL-dwudz).