How to pronounce kedgeree
Say it like KEJ-uh-ree. Kedgeree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEJ).
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- KEJ
- uh
- ree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kedgeree pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KEJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of kedgeree
American and British speakers say kedgeree in essentially the same way: /ˈkɛdʒəri/ in the US and /ˈkɛdʒəri/ in the UK.
British respelling: KEJ-uh-ree.
What does kedgeree mean?
- An Anglo-Indian dish of flaked, smoked haddock, eggs and rice.
Questions about saying kedgeree
How do you pronounce kedgeree?
Say KEJ-uh-ree. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛdʒəri/. In British English it is /ˈkɛdʒəri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kedgeree?
Kedgeree has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KEJ). Broken into parts: KEJ · uh · ree.
Do Americans and Brits say kedgeree the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkɛdʒəri/ and the British form is /ˈkɛdʒəri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.