How to pronounce guqin
Say it like goo-CHEEN. Guqin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (CHEEN).
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- goo
- CHEEN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Guqin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- gooKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- CHEENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of guqin
American and British speakers say guqin in essentially the same way: /ɡuˈtʃin/ in the US and /ɡuːˈtʃiːn/ in the UK.
British respelling: goo-CHEEN.
What does guqin mean?
- A plucked zither-like stringed instrument (chordophone), traditionally featuring seven unfretted strings, originating in ancient China.
Words that rhyme with guqin
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of guqin.
Questions about saying guqin
How do you pronounce guqin?
Say goo-CHEEN. The American pronunciation is /ɡuˈtʃin/. In British English it is /ɡuːˈtʃiːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in guqin?
Guqin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (CHEEN). Broken into parts: goo · CHEEN.
Do Americans and Brits say guqin the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɡuˈtʃin/ and the British form is /ɡuːˈtʃiːn/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.