How to pronounce guhr
Say it like GOOR. Guhr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- GOOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Guhr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GOORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of guhr
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GOOR.
What does guhr mean?
- A loose, earthy deposit from water, found in the cavities or clefts of rocks, mostly white, but sometimes red or yellow, from a mixture of clay or ochre.
Where does guhr come from?
From German Guhr, older spelling of Gur.
Words that rhyme with guhr
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of guhr.
Questions about saying guhr
How do you pronounce guhr?
Say GOOR. The American pronunciation is /ɡʊr/. In British English it is /ɡʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in guhr?
Guhr is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: GOOR.
Is guhr 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 /ɡʊə/ (GOOR).