How to pronounce Smyrna
Say it like SMUR-nuh. Smyrna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMUR).
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- SMUR
- nuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Smyrna pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SMURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Smyrna
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SMUR-nuh.
What does Smyrna mean?
- a port city in western Turkey
Words that rhyme with Smyrna
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Smyrna.
Questions about saying Smyrna
How do you pronounce Smyrna?
Say SMUR-nuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsmɝnə/. In British English it is /ˈsmɜːnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Smyrna?
Smyrna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SMUR). Broken into parts: SMUR · nuh.
Is Smyrna 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 /ˈsmɜːnə/ (SMUR-nuh).