How to pronounce flerd
Say it like FLURD. Flerd is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- FLURD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flerd pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLURDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of flerd
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FLURD.
What does flerd mean?
- A mixed group of ruminants, such as sheep and cattle.
Where does flerd come from?
Blend of flock + herd.
Words that rhyme with flerd
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flerd.
Questions about saying flerd
How do you pronounce flerd?
Say FLURD. The American pronunciation is /flɝd/. In British English it is /flɜːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flerd?
Flerd is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: FLURD.
Is flerd 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 /flɜːd/ (FLURD).