How to pronounce siri
Say it like SIR-ee. Siri has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIR).
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- SIR
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Siri pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of siri
American and British speakers say siri in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪri/ in the US and /ˈsɪri/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIR-ee.
What does siri mean?
- Alternative form of sirih (“plant”).
Words that rhyme with siri
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of siri.
Questions about saying siri
How do you pronounce siri?
Say SIR-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪri/. In British English it is /ˈsɪri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in siri?
Siri has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIR). Broken into parts: SIR · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say siri the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪri/ and the British form is /ˈsɪri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.