How to pronounce kerby
Say it like KUR-bee. Kerby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUR).
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- KUR
- bee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kerby pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- beeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of kerby
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUR-bee.
What does kerby mean?
- A children's ball game played in the street, the aim being to throw the ball against the opposite kerb and catch it on the rebound.
Where does kerby come from?
From kerb + -y.
Words that rhyme with kerby
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kerby.
Questions about saying kerby
How do you pronounce kerby?
Say KUR-bee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɝbi/. In British English it is /ˈkɜːbi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kerby?
Kerby has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUR). Broken into parts: KUR · bee.
Is kerby 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 /ˈkɜːbi/ (KUR-bee).