How to pronounce ebru
Say it like EE-broo. Ebru has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- broo
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ebru pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- brooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of ebru
American and British speakers say ebru in essentially the same way: /ˈibru/ in the US and /ˈiːbruː/ in the UK.
British respelling: EE-broo.
What does ebru mean?
- A traditional marbled paper art of Turkey.
Where does ebru come from?
From Turkish ebru.
Questions about saying ebru
How do you pronounce ebru?
Say EE-broo. The American pronunciation is /ˈibru/. In British English it is /ˈiːbruː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ebru?
Ebru has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · broo.
Do Americans and Brits say ebru the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈibru/ and the British form is /ˈiːbruː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.