How to pronounce sperge
Say it like SPURJ. Sperge is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- SPURJ
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sperge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPURJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of sperge
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPURJ.
What does sperge mean?
- A charge of wash for the still.
Words that rhyme with sperge
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sperge.
Questions about saying sperge
How do you pronounce sperge?
Say SPURJ. The American pronunciation is /spɝdʒ/. In British English it is /spɜːdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sperge?
Sperge is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: SPURJ.
Is sperge 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 /spɜːdʒ/ (SPURJ).