How to pronounce iftar
Say it like if-TAR. Iftar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAR).
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- if
- TAR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Iftar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ifKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- TARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of iftar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: if-TAH.
What does iftar mean?
- The evening meal that breaks each day's fast during Ramadan, traditionally beginning with dates and water.“Iftars can be social events, where people congregate to eat and socialize.”
Words that rhyme with iftar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of iftar.
Questions about saying iftar
How do you pronounce iftar?
Say if-TAR. The American pronunciation is /ɪfˈtɑr/. In British English it is /ɪfˈtɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in iftar?
Iftar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TAR). Broken into parts: if · TAR.
Is iftar 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 /ɪfˈtɑː/ (if-TAH).