How to pronounce burra
Say it like BUHR-uh. Burra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHR).
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- BUHR
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Burra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BUHRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of burra
American and British speakers say burra in essentially the same way: /ˈbʌrə/ in the US and /ˈbʌrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: BUHR-uh.
What does burra mean?
- Big or important, used as a respectful honorific.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- bada
Questions about saying burra
How do you pronounce burra?
Say BUHR-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈbʌrə/. In British English it is /ˈbʌrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in burra?
Burra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BUHR). Broken into parts: BUHR · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say burra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈbʌrə/ and the British form is /ˈbʌrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.