How to pronounce zonal
Say it like ZOH-nul. Zonal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZOH).
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- ZOH
- nul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zonal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- nulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zonal
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: ZOH-nul.
What does zonal mean?
- Divided into zones.
- Related to, associated with, or similar to zones.
- roughly longitudinal (east to west, or west to east)
Where does zonal come from?
First attested 1865–70, from zone + -al.
Words that rhyme with zonal
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Questions about saying zonal
How do you pronounce zonal?
Say ZOH-nul. The American pronunciation is /ˈzoʊnəl/. In British English it is /ˈzəʊnəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zonal?
Zonal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZOH). Broken into parts: ZOH · nul.
Is zonal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈzəʊnəl/ (ZOH-nul).