How to pronounce coir
Say it like KOY-er. Coir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOY).
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- KOY
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Coir pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of coir
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOY-uh.
What does coir mean?
- The fiber obtained from the husk of a coconut, used chiefly in making rope, matting and as a peat substitute.
Words that rhyme with coir
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of coir.
Questions about saying coir
How do you pronounce coir?
Say KOY-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɔɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in coir?
Coir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOY). Broken into parts: KOY · er.
Is coir 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 /ˈkɔɪə/ (KOY-uh).