How to pronounce erd
Say it like URD. Erd is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- URD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Erd pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- URDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of erd
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: URD.
What does erd mean?
- The common European shrew (Sorex vulgaris); the shrewmouse or erd shrew.
Where does erd come from?
A clipping of erd shrew.
Words that rhyme with erd
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of erd.
Questions about saying erd
How do you pronounce erd?
Say URD. The American pronunciation is /ɝd/. In British English it is /ɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in erd?
Erd is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: URD.
Is erd 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 /ɜːd/ (URD).