How to pronounce Cyprus
Say it like SY-prus. Cyprus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- prus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cyprus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- prusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Cyprus
American and British speakers say Cyprus in essentially the same way: /ˈsaɪprəs/ in the US and /ˈsaɪprəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: SY-prus.
What does Cyprus mean?
- An island and country in the Mediterranean Sea, normally considered politically part of Europe but geographically part of West Asia. Official name: Republic of Cyprus. Capital: Nicosia.
Words that rhyme with Cyprus
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Cyprus.
Words that sound like Cyprus
Questions about saying Cyprus
How do you pronounce Cyprus?
Say SY-prus. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪprəs/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪprəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Cyprus?
Cyprus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · prus.
Do Americans and Brits say Cyprus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsaɪprəs/ and the British form is /ˈsaɪprəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as Cyprus?
Cyprus sounds the same as cypress in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.