How to pronounce kirkman
Say it like KURK-mun. Kirkman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KURK).
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- KURK
- mun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kirkman pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KURKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- munKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of kirkman
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KURK-mun.
What does kirkman mean?
- A clergyman or officer in a kirk.
- A member of the Church of Scotland.
Where does kirkman come from?
From kirk + -man.
Words that rhyme with kirkman
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kirkman.
Questions about saying kirkman
How do you pronounce kirkman?
Say KURK-mun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɝkmən/. In British English it is /ˈkɜːkmən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kirkman?
Kirkman has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KURK). Broken into parts: KURK · mun.
Is kirkman 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 /ˈkɜːkmən/ (KURK-mun).