How to pronounce petra
Say it like PET-ruh. Petra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PET).
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- PET
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Petra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of petra
American and British speakers say petra in essentially the same way: /ˈpɛtrə/ in the US and /ˈpɛtrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: PET-ruh.
What does petra mean?
- stone, a weight equal to 14 pounds.
Where does petra come from?
From Latin petra (“rock”).
Words that rhyme with petra
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of petra.
Questions about saying petra
How do you pronounce petra?
Say PET-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛtrə/. In British English it is /ˈpɛtrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in petra?
Petra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PET). Broken into parts: PET · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say petra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpɛtrə/ and the British form is /ˈpɛtrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.