How to pronounce Durban
Say it like DUR-bun. Durban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR).
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- DUR
- bun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Durban pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- bunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Durban
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUR-bun.
What does Durban mean?
- A city and seaport in KwaZulu-Natal, Republic of South Africa.
Words that rhyme with Durban
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Durban.
Questions about saying Durban
How do you pronounce Durban?
Say DUR-bun. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɝbən/. In British English it is /ˈdɜːbən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Durban?
Durban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUR). Broken into parts: DUR · bun.
Is Durban 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 /ˈdɜːbən/ (DUR-bun).