How to pronounce upsurge
Say it like UHP-surj. Upsurge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP).
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- UHP
- surj
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Upsurge pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- surjGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of upsurge
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UHP-surj.
What does upsurge mean?
- A sudden strong rise or flow.
- to surge up, or to become stronger or greater
Where does upsurge come from?
From up- + surge.
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Questions about saying upsurge
How do you pronounce upsurge?
Say UHP-surj. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌpˌsɝdʒ/. In British English it is /ˈʌpˌsɜːdʒ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in upsurge?
Upsurge has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHP). Broken into parts: UHP · surj.
Is upsurge 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 /ˈʌpˌsɜːdʒ/ (UHP-surj).