How to pronounce ursid
Say it like UR-sid. Ursid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UR).
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- UR
- sid
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ursid 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.
- sidKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ursid
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: UR-sid.
What does ursid mean?
- Any species of the family Ursidae; a bear, a giant panda, or any of certain extinct relatives.
Words that rhyme with ursid
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Questions about saying ursid
How do you pronounce ursid?
Say UR-sid. The American pronunciation is /ˈɝsɪd/. In British English it is /ˈɜːsɪd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ursid?
Ursid has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UR). Broken into parts: UR · sid.
Is ursid 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 /ˈɜːsɪd/ (UR-sid).