How to pronounce converb
Say it like KON-vurb. Converb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON).
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- KON
- vurb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Converb pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- vurbKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of converb
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-vurb.
What does converb mean?
- A non-finite verb form that serves to express adverbial subordination.
- A verb with a stressed, separable prefix.
Where does converb come from?
Borrowed from German Konverb.
Questions about saying converb
How do you pronounce converb?
Say KON-vurb. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑnvɝb/. In British English it is /ˈkɒnvɜːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in converb?
Converb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KON). Broken into parts: KON · vurb.
Is converb 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 /ˈkɒnvɜːb/ (KON-vurb).