How to pronounce shuriken
Say it like SHUR-ih-kun. Shuriken has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHUR).
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- SHUR
- ih
- kun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shuriken pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of shuriken
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SHUR-ih-kun.
What does shuriken mean?
- A dart or throwing blade, sometimes with multiple points, used as a weapon by ninja (or samurai).
Questions about saying shuriken
How do you pronounce shuriken?
Say SHUR-ih-kun. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃɝɪkən/. In British English it is /ˈʃɜːɪkən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shuriken?
Shuriken has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHUR). Broken into parts: SHUR · ih · kun.
Is shuriken 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 /ˈʃɜːɪkən/ (SHUR-ih-kun).