How to pronounce gerbe
Say it like JURB. Gerbe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- JURB
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gerbe pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JURBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of gerbe
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JURB.
What does gerbe mean?
- Something resembling a (wheat) sheaf in appearance.
- An abstract construction in homological algebra and geometry providing a certain type of generalization for a sheaf.
- A kind of ornamental firework.
Where does gerbe come from?
Late 16th century, borrowed from French gerbe (“sheaf”).
Words that rhyme with gerbe
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gerbe.
Questions about saying gerbe
How do you pronounce gerbe?
Say JURB. The American pronunciation is /dʒɝb/. In British English it is /dʒɜːb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gerbe?
Gerbe is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: JURB.
Is gerbe 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 /dʒɜːb/ (JURB).