How to pronounce kinnor
Say it like kee-NOR. Kinnor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR).
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- kee
- NOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kinnor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- keeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- NORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of kinnor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kee-NAW.
What does kinnor mean?
- A stringed instrument of the Israelites.
- Synonym of begena.
Words that rhyme with kinnor
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kinnor.
Questions about saying kinnor
How do you pronounce kinnor?
Say kee-NOR. The American pronunciation is /kiˈnɔr/. In British English it is /kiˈnɔː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kinnor?
Kinnor has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NOR). Broken into parts: kee · NOR.
Is kinnor 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 /kiˈnɔː/ (kee-NAW).