How to pronounce niqab
Say it like nih-KAHB. Niqab has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAHB).
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US American/nɪˈkɑb/nih-KAHB
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- nih
- KAHB
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Niqab pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
What does niqab mean?
noun
- A veil which covers the face (except for the eyes), worn by some Muslim women as a part of sartorial hijab.
Words that rhyme with niqab
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Questions about saying niqab
How do you pronounce niqab?
Say nih-KAHB. The American pronunciation is /nɪˈkɑb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in niqab?
Niqab has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KAHB). Broken into parts: nih · KAHB.