How to pronounce emir
Say it like ih-MEER. Emir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEER).
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- ih
- MEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Emir pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- MEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of emir
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ih-MEER.
What does emir mean?
- A prince, commander or other leader or ruler in an Islamic nation.
- A descendant of the prophet Muhammad.
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Words that rhyme with emir
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of emir.
Questions about saying emir
How do you pronounce emir?
Say ih-MEER. The American pronunciation is /ɪˈmɪr/. In British English it is /ɪˈmɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in emir?
Emir has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (MEER). Broken into parts: ih · MEER.
Is emir 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 /ɪˈmɪə/ (ih-MEER).