How to pronounce chukar
Say it like CHUHK-er. Chukar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHUHK).
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- CHUHK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chukar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of chukar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: CHUHK-uh.
What does chukar mean?
- A bird of species of partridge native to central Asia (Alectoris chukar).
Words that rhyme with chukar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of chukar.
Questions about saying chukar
How do you pronounce chukar?
Say CHUHK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃʌkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtʃʌkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chukar?
Chukar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHUHK). Broken into parts: CHUHK · er.
Is chukar 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 /ˈtʃʌkə/ (CHUHK-uh).