How to pronounce quinzhee
Say it like KWIN-zee. Quinzhee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIN).
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- KWIN
- zee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quinzhee pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of quinzhee
American and British speakers say quinzhee in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪnzi/ in the US and /ˈkwɪnzi/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIN-zee.
What does quinzhee mean?
- A shelter made by hollowing out a pile of snow.
Where does quinzhee come from?
Borrowed from South Slavey kǫ́ yíi (“in the house”).
Questions about saying quinzhee
How do you pronounce quinzhee?
Say KWIN-zee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪnzi/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪnzi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quinzhee?
Quinzhee has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIN). Broken into parts: KWIN · zee.
Do Americans and Brits say quinzhee the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪnzi/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪnzi/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.