How to pronounce exergue
Say it like ig-ZURG. Exergue has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURG).
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- ig
- ZURG
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exergue pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- igKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ZURGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of exergue
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ig-ZURG.
What does exergue mean?
- A space beneath the main design on a coin or medal for the insertion of the date or other minor inscription.
Where does exergue come from?
Borrowed from French exergue.
Words that rhyme with exergue
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of exergue.
Questions about saying exergue
How do you pronounce exergue?
Say ig-ZURG. The American pronunciation is /ɪɡˈzɝɡ/. In British English it is /ɪɡˈzɜːɡ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exergue?
Exergue has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ZURG). Broken into parts: ig · ZURG.
Is exergue 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 /ɪɡˈzɜːɡ/ (ig-ZURG).