How to Pronounce "furlong"
word
ˈfɝˌɫɔŋ
FUR-lawng
fˈɜːlɒŋ
FUR-long
Definition
A furlong is a unit of length in the imperial system, equal to 220 yards or about 201 meters. It is mostly used in horse racing and is now very rare in everyday English.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɝˌɫɔŋ
British English
fˈɜːlɒŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FUR-lawng
UK
FUR-long
Listen in Context
A furlong is about 201 meters long.
The horse race is six furlongs long.
He walked one furlong to the store.
You rarely hear anyone mention a furlong these days.