How to pronounce parure
Say it like puh-ROOR. Parure has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROOR).
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- puh
- ROOR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parure 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.
- ROORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
American vs British pronunciation of parure
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: puh-ROOR.
What does parure mean?
- A set of jewelry to be worn together.
Where does parure come from?
Inherited from Middle English parure, from Old French pareure, parure.
Words that rhyme with parure
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parure.
Questions about saying parure
How do you pronounce parure?
Say puh-ROOR. The American pronunciation is /pəˈrʊr/. In British English it is /pəˈrʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parure?
Parure has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (ROOR). Broken into parts: puh · ROOR.
Is parure 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 /pəˈrʊə/ (puh-ROOR).