How to Pronounce "furlongs"
word
ˈfɝˌɫɔŋ
FUR-lawngz
fˈɜːlɒŋz
FUR-longz
Definition
A furlong is an old unit of distance equal to 220 yards, or about 201 meters, mainly used in horse racing and historical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɝˌɫɔŋ
British English
fˈɜːlɒŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FUR-lawngz
UK
FUR-longz
Listen in Context
The horse ran five furlongs before slowing down.
A mile is equal to eight furlongs.
Old maps often measured distance in furlongs.
He was ahead by three furlongs in the final stretch of the race.