How to pronounce ephedra
Say it like EF-ih-druh. Ephedra has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EF).
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- EF
- ih
- druh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ephedra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- druhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ephedra
American and British speakers say ephedra in essentially the same way: /ˈɛfɪdrə/ in the US and /ˈɛfɪdrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: EF-ih-druh.
What does ephedra mean?
- Any plant of the genus Ephedra of gymnosperm shrubs.
- A stimulant derived from the plant Ephedra sinica used in traditional Chinese herbal medicine and in over-the-counter weight-loss aids.
Questions about saying ephedra
How do you pronounce ephedra?
Say EF-ih-druh. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛfɪdrə/. In British English it is /ˈɛfɪdrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ephedra?
Ephedra has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EF). Broken into parts: EF · ih · druh.
Do Americans and Brits say ephedra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɛfɪdrə/ and the British form is /ˈɛfɪdrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.