How to pronounce lurgi
Say it like LUR-jee. Lurgi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUR).
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- LUR
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lurgi pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lurgi
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LUR-jee.
What does lurgi mean?
- Alternative spelling of lurgy.
Words that rhyme with lurgi
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lurgi.
Questions about saying lurgi
How do you pronounce lurgi?
Say LUR-jee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɝdʒi/. In British English it is /ˈlɜːdʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lurgi?
Lurgi has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUR). Broken into parts: LUR · jee.
Is lurgi 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 /ˈlɜːdʒi/ (LUR-jee).