How to pronounce gurrier
Say it like GUH-rih-er. Gurrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUH).
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- GUH
- rih
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gurrier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of gurrier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GUHR-ih-uh.
What does gurrier mean?
- A street urchin.
- A loutish young man; a ruffian.
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Questions about saying gurrier
How do you pronounce gurrier?
Say GUH-rih-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡərɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌrɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gurrier?
Gurrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUH). Broken into parts: GUH · rih · er.
Is gurrier 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 /ˈɡʌrɪə/ (GUHR-ih-uh).