How to pronounce dura
Say it like DYUUR-uh. Dura has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DYUUR).
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- DYUUR
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dura pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DYUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dura
American and British speakers say dura in essentially the same way: /ˈdjʊrə/ in the US and /ˈdjʊərə/ in the UK.
British respelling: DYOOR-uh.
What does dura mean?
- Alternative form of durra.
Words that rhyme with dura
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dura.
Questions about saying dura
How do you pronounce dura?
Say DYUUR-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdjʊrə/. In British English it is /ˈdjʊərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dura?
Dura has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DYUUR). Broken into parts: DYUUR · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say dura the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈdjʊrə/ and the British form is /ˈdjʊərə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.