How to pronounce cowherd
Say it like KOW-hurd. Cowherd has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW).
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- KOW
- hurd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cowherd pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- hurdGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of cowherd
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KOW-hurd.
What does cowherd mean?
- One who herds cattle; a cowboy.
Where does cowherd come from?
From Middle English couherde, from Old English cūhierde, equivalent to cow + herd (“herder”).
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Questions about saying cowherd
How do you pronounce cowherd?
Say KOW-hurd. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaʊˌhɝd/. In British English it is /ˈkaʊˌhɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cowherd?
Cowherd has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOW). Broken into parts: KOW · hurd.
Is cowherd 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 /ˈkaʊˌhɜːd/ (KOW-hurd).