How to pronounce sharif
Say it like shuh-REEF. Sharif has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REEF).
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- shuh
- REEF
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sharif pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- shuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- REEFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of sharif
American and British speakers say sharif in essentially the same way: /ʃəˈrif/ in the US and /ʃəˈriːf/ in the UK.
British respelling: shuh-REEF.
What does sharif mean?
- A traditional Arab tribal title for one who serves as the protector of the tribe and all tribal assets.
Words that rhyme with sharif
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sharif.
Questions about saying sharif
How do you pronounce sharif?
Say shuh-REEF. The American pronunciation is /ʃəˈrif/. In British English it is /ʃəˈriːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sharif?
Sharif has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (REEF). Broken into parts: shuh · REEF.
Do Americans and Brits say sharif the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ʃəˈrif/ and the British form is /ʃəˈriːf/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.