How to Pronounce Velars

To pronounce "velars", say VEL-ars — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

VEL-ars

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💡 Tip for remembering “velars”

"velars" has 2 syllables: vel-ars.

What does velars mean?

noun

  1. A sound articulated at the soft palate

Related words

hardlabializedlabiopalatalizedbilabialslabialsalveolarsdentals

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "velars"?▾

"Velars" has 2 syllables: vel · ars.

What does "velars" mean?▾

Velars: A sound articulated at the soft palate

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