How to pronounce corroboree
Say it like kuh-ROB-uh-ree. Corroboree has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROB).
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- kuh
- ROB
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corroboree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- ROBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of corroboree
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: kuh-ROB-uh-ree.
What does corroboree mean?
- A nocturnal dance held by Aboriginal Australians, for social, celebratory or warlike purposes.
- A song or chant made for such a festivity.
- Any noisy, late-night gathering or disturbance.
Where does corroboree come from?
Borrowed from Dharug garabara.
Words that rhyme with corroboree
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of corroboree.
Questions about saying corroboree
How do you pronounce corroboree?
Say kuh-ROB-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /kəˈrɑbəri/. In British English it is /kəˈrɒbəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corroboree?
Corroboree has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROB). Broken into parts: kuh · ROB · uh · ree.
Is corroboree pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /kəˈrɒbəri/ (kuh-ROB-uh-ree).