How to pronounce korban
Say it like KOR-bun. Korban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR).
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US American/ˈkɔrbən/KOR-bun
UK British/ˈkɔːbən/KAW-bun
- KOR
- bun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Korban pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of korban
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAW-bun.
What does korban mean?
noun
- The ritual sacrifice of a livestock animal at Eid ul-Adha.
- Alternative form of corban.
Questions about saying korban
How do you pronounce korban?
Say KOR-bun. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔrbən/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːbən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in korban?
Korban has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOR). Broken into parts: KOR · bun.
Is korban 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 /ˈkɔːbən/ (KAW-bun).