How to pronounce dirtbag
Say it like DURT-bag. Dirtbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DURT).
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- DURT
- bag
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dirtbag pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DURTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- bagKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of dirtbag
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DURT-bag.
What does dirtbag mean?
- A poor climber, alpinist, skier or other outdoorsman who lives cheaply, without normal employment, and with few amenities in order to spend as much time on their sport as possible.
Where does dirtbag come from?
From dirt + bag.
Questions about saying dirtbag
How do you pronounce dirtbag?
Say DURT-bag. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɝtbæɡ/. In British English it is /ˈdɜːtbæɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dirtbag?
Dirtbag has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DURT). Broken into parts: DURT · bag.
Is dirtbag 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 /ˈdɜːtbæɡ/ (DURT-bag).