How to pronounce tundra
Say it like TUHN-druh. Tundra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHN).
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- TUHN
- druh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tundra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- druhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of tundra
American and British speakers say tundra in essentially the same way: /ˈtʌndrə/ in the US and /ˈtʌndrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: TUHN-druh.
What does tundra mean?
- A flat and treeless Arctic biome.
- A long stretch of something, such as time.
Questions about saying tundra
How do you pronounce tundra?
Say TUHN-druh. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌndrə/. In British English it is /ˈtʌndrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tundra?
Tundra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHN). Broken into parts: TUHN · druh.
Do Americans and Brits say tundra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʌndrə/ and the British form is /ˈtʌndrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.