How to pronounce curmur
Say it like ker-MUR. Curmur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MUR).
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- ker
- MUR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Curmur pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- MURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of curmur
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kuh-MUR.
What does curmur mean?
- To murmur or rumble.
- To experience indigestion or flatulence; to fart.
- An instance of curmurring.
Where does curmur come from?
From Scots curmur, likely onomatopoeic, similar to murmur.
Words that rhyme with curmur
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of curmur.
Questions about saying curmur
How do you pronounce curmur?
Say ker-MUR. The American pronunciation is /kɚˈmɝ/. In British English it is /kəˈmɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in curmur?
Curmur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MUR). Broken into parts: ker · MUR.
Is curmur 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 /kəˈmɜː/ (kuh-MUR).