How to pronounce theurgy
Say it like THEE-ur-jee. Theurgy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THEE).
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- THEE
- ur
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Theurgy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- urGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of theurgy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: THEE-ur-jee.
What does theurgy mean?
- A form of magic designed to allow for worship or conjuration of, or communication with spirits or deities.
- A supernatural intervention in human affairs.
Questions about saying theurgy
How do you pronounce theurgy?
Say THEE-ur-jee. The American pronunciation is /ˈθiˌɝdʒi/. In British English it is /ˈθiːˌɜːdʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in theurgy?
Theurgy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THEE). Broken into parts: THEE · ur · jee.
Is theurgy 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 /ˈθiːˌɜːdʒi/ (THEE-ur-jee).