How to pronounce Qatar
Say it like kuht-AR. Qatar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AR).
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- kuht
- AR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Qatar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- ARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of Qatar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kat-AH.
What does Qatar mean?
- A country in West Asia in the Middle East. Official name: State of Qatar. Capital: Doha.
Words that rhyme with Qatar
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Qatar.
Questions about saying Qatar
How do you pronounce Qatar?
Say kuht-AR. The American pronunciation is /ˌkʌˈtɑr/. In British English it is /ˌkæˈtɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Qatar?
Qatar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AR). Broken into parts: kuht · AR.
Is Qatar 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 /ˌkæˈtɑː/ (kat-AH).