How to pronounce zograscope
Say it like ZOG-ruh-skohp. Zograscope has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZOG).
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- ZOG
- ruh
- skohp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zograscope pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZOGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- skohpKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of zograscope
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ZOG-ruh-skohp.
What does zograscope mean?
- A device used for viewing perspective prints, consisting of a lens and a slanting mirror on a stand.
Where does zograscope come from?
First part of Unknown origin and meaning, + -scope.
Questions about saying zograscope
How do you pronounce zograscope?
Say ZOG-ruh-skohp. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɑɡrəskoʊp/. In British English it is /ˈzɒɡrəskəʊp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zograscope?
Zograscope has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZOG). Broken into parts: ZOG · ruh · skohp.
Is zograscope pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /ˈzɒɡrəskəʊp/ (ZOG-ruh-skohp).