How to pronounce masseur
Say it like muh-SOOR. Masseur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOOR).
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- muh
- SOOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Masseur pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- SOORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of masseur
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muh-SUR.
What does masseur mean?
- A person (especially male) who performs massage.
- An instrument used in the performance of massage.
Where does masseur come from?
Borrowed from French masseur.
Words that rhyme with masseur
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of masseur.
Questions about saying masseur
How do you pronounce masseur?
Say muh-SOOR. The American pronunciation is /məˈsʊr/. In British English it is /məˈsɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in masseur?
Masseur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SOOR). Broken into parts: muh · SOOR.
Is masseur 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 /məˈsɜː/ (muh-SUR).