How to pronounce jirga
Say it like JEER-guh. Jirga has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEER).
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US American/ˈdʒirɡə/JEER-guh
UK British/ˈdʒɪəɡə/JEER-guh
- JEER
- guh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jirga pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- guhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of jirga
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JEER-guh.
What does jirga mean?
noun
- A gathering of elders or leaders in Pakistan or Afghanistan, especially within a tribe.
Questions about saying jirga
How do you pronounce jirga?
Say JEER-guh. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒirɡə/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪəɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jirga?
Jirga has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JEER). Broken into parts: JEER · guh.
Is jirga 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 /ˈdʒɪəɡə/ (JEER-guh).