How to pronounce wurzel
Say it like WUR-zul. Wurzel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- zul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wurzel 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.
- zulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of wurzel
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-zul.
What does wurzel mean?
- A rural, unsophisticated person; a bumpkin.
- A mangelwurzel.
Where does wurzel come from?
From German Wurzel (“root”), via mangelwurzel, a root crop cultivated for livestock feed beginning in the 18th century.
Questions about saying wurzel
How do you pronounce wurzel?
Say WUR-zul. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝzəl/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːzəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wurzel?
Wurzel has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · zul.
Is wurzel 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 /ˈwɜːzəl/ (WUR-zul).