How to pronounce burka
Say it like BUR-kuh. Burka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR).
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- BUR
- kuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burka 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.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of burka
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BUR-kuh.
What does burka mean?
- Alternative form of burqa.
- A dress made from felt or karakul (the short curly fur of young lambs of the breed of that name), traditionally worn by men of the Caucasus region.
Words that rhyme with burka
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of burka.
Words that sound like burka
Questions about saying burka
How do you pronounce burka?
Say BUR-kuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɝkə/. In British English it is /ˈbɜːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burka?
Burka has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUR). Broken into parts: BUR · kuh.
Is burka 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 /ˈbɜːkə/ (BUR-kuh).
What words sound the same as burka?
Burka sounds the same as burqa in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.