How to pronounce urpy
Say it like UR-pee. Urpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UR).
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- UR
- pee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Urpy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- URSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- peeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of urpy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UR-pee.
What does urpy mean?
- Experiencing minor feelings of digestive discomfort, such as nausea or gassiness; mildly queasy.
Where does urpy come from?
From urp + -y.
Words that rhyme with urpy
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of urpy.
Questions about saying urpy
How do you pronounce urpy?
Say UR-pee. The American pronunciation is /ˈɝpi/. In British English it is /ˈɜːpi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in urpy?
Urpy has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UR). Broken into parts: UR · pee.
Is urpy 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 /ˈɜːpi/ (UR-pee).