How to pronounce burgrave
Say it like BUR-grayv. Burgrave has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- grayv
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burgrave pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- grayvKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of burgrave
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-grayv.
What does burgrave mean?
- One who holds a hereditary title, with an associated domain, descended from an ancestor who commanded a burg, especially in German-speaking Europe.
Where does burgrave come from?
From German Burggraf, from Burg (“castle”) + Graf (“count”).
Questions about saying burgrave
How do you pronounce burgrave?
Say BUR-grayv. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝɡreɪv/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːɡreɪv/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burgrave?
Burgrave has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · grayv.
Is burgrave pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbɜːɡreɪv/ (BUR-grayv).