How to pronounce lurgy
Say it like LUR-ghee. Lurgy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUR).
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- LUR
- ghee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lurgy 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.
- gheeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of lurgy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LUR-ghee.
What does lurgy mean?
- A non-specific (often infectious) disease, especially one with symptoms similar to those of a cold or flu, which renders one unfit to attend social events, go to work, etc.“the dreaded lurgy”
Where does lurgy come from?
The adjective is probably from an attributive use of the noun.
Questions about saying lurgy
How do you pronounce lurgy?
Say LUR-ghee. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɝɡi/. In British English it is /ˈlɜːɡi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lurgy?
Lurgy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUR). Broken into parts: LUR · ghee.
Is lurgy 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 /ˈlɜːɡi/ (LUR-ghee).