How to pronounce purebred
Say it like PYOOR-bred. Purebred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PYOOR).
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- PYOOR
- bred
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Purebred pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PYOORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- bredGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of purebred
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PYOOR-bred.
What does purebred mean?
- An animal which has genuine parents of the same breed.
- Having genuine parents of the same breed, usually of an animal.
Where does purebred come from?
From pure + bred.
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Questions about saying purebred
How do you pronounce purebred?
Say PYOOR-bred. The American pronunciation is /ˈpjʊrˌbrɛd/. In British English it is /ˈpjʊəˌbrɛd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in purebred?
Purebred has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PYOOR). Broken into parts: PYOOR · bred.
Is purebred 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 /ˈpjʊəˌbrɛd/ (PYOOR-bred).