How to pronounce wurley
Say it like WUR-lee. Wurley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- lee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wurley pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- leeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of wurley
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-lee.
What does wurley mean?
- An Australian indigenous shelter made from small branches with the leaves still attached.
- A settlement made up of such shelters.
Where does wurley come from?
Possibly from Kaurna.
Words that rhyme with wurley
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wurley.
Questions about saying wurley
How do you pronounce wurley?
Say WUR-lee. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝli/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːliː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wurley?
Wurley has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · lee.
Is wurley 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 /ˈwɜːliː/ (WUR-lee).