How to pronounce corban
Say it like KOR-bun. Corban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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US American/ˈkɔrbən/KOR-bun
UK British/ˈkɔːbən/KAW-bun
- KOR
- bun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corban pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of corban
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-bun.
What does corban mean?
noun
- An offering to God, especially in fulfilment of a vow.
- An alms basket; a vessel to receive gifts of charity; a treasury of the church, where offerings are deposited.
Questions about saying corban
How do you pronounce corban?
Say KOR-bun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrbən/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːbən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corban?
Corban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · bun.
Is corban 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 /ˈkɔːbən/ (KAW-bun).