Learn How to Pronounce turbulence

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

turbulence

Definition:

(nou) unstable flow of a liquid or gas (nou) instability in the atmosphere (nou) a state of violent disturbance and disorder (as in politics or social conditions generally)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtɜːbjʊləns

Examples:

Anomalous diffusion is the result of turbulence.

Is this supposed to mean that the nonlinearity is the cause of the turbulence

It consists contrasting impulses of stillness and turbulence.

Learn more about:
turbulence

Related Words:

chaos

change

How to perfect your pronunciation of: turbulence

Learn Individual Sounds

Break turbulence down into individual sounds such as ˈtɜːbjʊləns. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say turbulence in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say turbulence in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with turbulence.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of turbulence pronunciation

Incorrect stress placement: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "tur-ˈbyu-lence". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈtɜr-bjə-ləns" (US) or "ˈtɜː-bjʊ-ləns" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some might say "tur-byu-lence" with a long "u" sound. In reality, the "u" is pronounced as a schwa, "ə", in the second syllable. Tip: Practice the second syllable as a quick "bə".
Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "turblence" without the "u". The full pronunciation is "ˈtɜr-bjə-ləns" (US) or "ˈtɜː-bjʊ-ləns" (UK). Tip: Remember to clearly articulate all syllables.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce the "r" too strongly, leading to "tur-bu-lence". The "r" should be softer, as in "ˈtɜr-bjə-ləns" (US) or "ˈtɜː-bjʊ-ləns" (UK). Tip: Lightly touch the "r" for smoother pronunciation.
Confusing "turbulence" with similar words: Learners often mix up "turbulence" with "turbulent" or "turbine". Each has distinct pronunciations and meanings. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the differences to avoid confusion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "turbulence" in American English?

In American English, "turbulence" is pronounced as /ˈtɜr.bjə.ləns/. The first syllable "tur" has primary stress, sounding like "ter," while the "bu" is a schwa, pronounced softly as "byə."

What is the British pronunciation of "turbulence"?

In British English, "turbulence" is pronounced as /ˈtɜː.bjʊ.ləns/. The first syllable "tur" also carries primary stress, and the "bu" sounds more like "bju," making the vowel sound slightly different from the American version.

How many syllables are in the word "turbulence"?

The word "turbulence" has three syllables: "tur," "bu," and "lence." When saying it, remember to emphasize the first syllable, making it sound clear and distinct.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "turbulence"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the second syllable instead of the first. Additionally, some learners may pronounce the "u" in "turbulence" too strongly, instead of using the softer schwa sound.