How to pronounce paneer
Say it like puh-NEER. Paneer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEER).
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- puh
- NEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paneer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of paneer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-NEER.
What does paneer mean?
- A soft, non-matured, Indian cheese.“The spinach was mixed with paneer to make a satisfying meal.”
Words that rhyme with paneer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of paneer.
Questions about saying paneer
How do you pronounce paneer?
Say puh-NEER. The American pronunciation is /pəˈnir/. In British English it is /pəˈnɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paneer?
Paneer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEER). Broken into parts: puh · NEER.
Is paneer 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 /pəˈnɪə/ (puh-NEER).