How to Pronounce “Grosvenor”
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- American (US)
- /ˈɡroʊvnər/
- British (UK)
- /ˈɡrəʊvnə/
What “Grosvenor” means
proper noun — A surname.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “Grosvenor” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɡroʊvnər/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
An unstressed vowel reduces to schwa. /ˈɡroʊvnər/ contains a schwa /ə/ — the short, neutral “uh” that English unstressed syllables collapse into. Saying /ə/ there, instead of the vowel the spelling suggests, is most of what makes the word sound native.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Grosvenor" mean?
Grosvenor (proper noun): A surname.
How do you pronounce "Grosvenor" in American vs British English?
American English: /ˈɡroʊvnər/. British English: /ˈɡrəʊvnə/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "Grosvenor"?
/ˈɡroʊvnər/ in American English, /ˈɡrəʊvnə/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "Grosvenor"?
“Grosvenor” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /ˈɡroʊvnər/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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