How to pronounce quirn
Say it like KWURN. Quirn is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KWURN
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quirn pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWURNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of quirn
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KWURN.
What does quirn mean?
- Alternative spelling of quern.
Words that rhyme with quirn
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quirn.
Questions about saying quirn
How do you pronounce quirn?
Say KWURN. The American pronunciation is /kwɝn/. In British English it is /kwɜːn/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quirn?
Quirn is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KWURN.
Is quirn 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 /kwɜːn/ (KWURN).