How to pronounce dungaree
Say it like duhng-guh-REE. Dungaree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REE).
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- duhng
- guh
- REE
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dungaree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- duhngGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- guhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of dungaree
American and British speakers say dungaree in essentially the same way: /ˌdʌŋɡəˈri/ in the US and /ˌdʌŋɡəˈriː/ in the UK.
British respelling: duhng-guh-REE.
What does dungaree mean?
- Heavy denim fabric, often blue; blue jean material.
- Trousers or pants or overalls made from such fabric.
- Attributive form of dungarees. How to pronounce dungarees
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Questions about saying dungaree
How do you pronounce dungaree?
Say duhng-guh-REE. The American pronunciation is /ˌdʌŋɡəˈri/. In British English it is /ˌdʌŋɡəˈriː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dungaree?
Dungaree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (REE). Broken into parts: duhng · guh · REE.
Do Americans and Brits say dungaree the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdʌŋɡəˈri/ and the British form is /ˌdʌŋɡəˈriː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.