How to pronounce sutra
Say it like SOO-truh. Sutra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO).
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- SOO
- truh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sutra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- truhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of sutra
American and British speakers say sutra in essentially the same way: /ˈsutrə/ in the US and /ˈsuːtrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: SOO-truh.
What does sutra mean?
- A rule or thesis in Sanskrit grammar or Hindu law or philosophy.
- A scriptural narrative, especially a discourse of the Buddha.
Questions about saying sutra
How do you pronounce sutra?
Say SOO-truh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsutrə/. In British English it is /ˈsuːtrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sutra?
Sutra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOO). Broken into parts: SOO · truh.
Do Americans and Brits say sutra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsutrə/ and the British form is /ˈsuːtrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.