How to pronounce Syria
Say it like SIR-ee-uh. Syria has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIR).
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- SIR
- ee
- uh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Syria 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.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Syria
American and British speakers say Syria in essentially the same way: /ˈsɪriə/ in the US and /ˈsɪriə/ in the UK.
British respelling: SIR-ee-uh.
What does Syria mean?
- A country in West Asia in the Middle East. Official name: Syrian Arab Republic. Capital: Damascus.
Where does Syria come from?
The land corresponding to modern Syria was originally called Aram by its ancient inhabitants, the Arameans.
Words that rhyme with Syria
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Syria.
Questions about saying Syria
How do you pronounce Syria?
Say SIR-ee-uh. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪriə/. In British English it is /ˈsɪriə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Syria?
Syria has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIR). Broken into parts: SIR · ee · uh.
Do Americans and Brits say Syria the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsɪriə/ and the British form is /ˈsɪriə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.