How to pronounce organza
Say it like or-GAN-zuh. Organza has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GAN).
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- or
- GAN
- zuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Organza pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- orKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- GANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- zuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of organza
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: aw-GAN-zuh.
What does organza mean?
- A thin, stiff, sheer fabric that is made from silk or a synthetic yarn, which resembles organdy, and is used in dressmaking.
Where does organza come from?
Attested since about 1820, of uncertain origin.
Words that rhyme with organza
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of organza.
Questions about saying organza
How do you pronounce organza?
Say or-GAN-zuh. The American pronunciation is /ɔrˈɡænzə/. In British English it is /ɔːˈɡænzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in organza?
Organza has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (GAN). Broken into parts: or · GAN · zuh.
Is organza 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 /ɔːˈɡænzə/ (aw-GAN-zuh).