How to pronounce Riyadh
Say it like ree-AD. Riyadh has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AD).
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- ree
- AD
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Riyadh pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ADSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of Riyadh
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1.
British respelling: REE-ad.
Other ways to say Riyadh
Riyadh also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- ree-AHD /riˈɑd/
What does Riyadh mean?
- The capital city of Saudi Arabia.
- A province of Saudi Arabia. Capital: Riyadh.
Words that rhyme with Riyadh
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Riyadh.
Questions about saying Riyadh
How do you pronounce Riyadh?
Say ree-AD. The American pronunciation is /riˈæd/. In British English it is /ˈriːæd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Riyadh?
Riyadh has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (AD). Broken into parts: ree · AD.
Is Riyadh pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 2, while British speakers stress syllable 1. The British form is /ˈriːæd/ (REE-ad).