How to pronounce gurdy
Say it like GUR-dee. Gurdy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUR).
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- GUR
- dee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gurdy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- deeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of gurdy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GUR-dee.
What does gurdy mean?
- A manual crank used on fishing lines
Where does gurdy come from?
Possibly from hurdy-gurdy.
Words that rhyme with gurdy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gurdy.
Questions about saying gurdy
How do you pronounce gurdy?
Say GUR-dee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡɝdi/. In British English it is /ˈɡɜːdi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gurdy?
Gurdy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUR). Broken into parts: GUR · dee.
Is gurdy 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 /ˈɡɜːdi/ (GUR-dee).