How to pronounce jardin
Say it like JAR-din. Jardin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAR).
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- JAR
- din
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jardin pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- dinKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of jardin
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JAH-din.
What does jardin mean?
- The inclusions and fissures within an emerald.
Where does jardin come from?
From French jardin (“garden”), from the mossy appearance.
Questions about saying jardin
How do you pronounce jardin?
Say JAR-din. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɑrdɪn/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɑːdɪn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jardin?
Jardin has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JAR). Broken into parts: JAR · din.
Is jardin 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 /ˈdʒɑːdɪn/ (JAH-din).