How to pronounce euphroe
Say it like YOO-froh. Euphroe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- froh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Euphroe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- frohKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "o" in go.
American vs British pronunciation of euphroe
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: YOO-froh.
What does euphroe mean?
- A long wooden slat, with holes for cords, that holds up an awning.
Where does euphroe come from?
Borrowed from Dutch juffrouw (“young woman”).
Questions about saying euphroe
How do you pronounce euphroe?
Say YOO-froh. The American pronunciation is /ˈjufroʊ/. In British English it is /ˈjuːfrəʊ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in euphroe?
Euphroe has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · froh.
Is euphroe pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈjuːfrəʊ/ (YOO-froh).