How to pronounce zaatar
Say it like ZAH-tar. Zaatar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAH).
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US American/ˈzɑtɑr/ZAH-tar
UK British/ˈzɑːtɑː/ZAH-tah
- ZAH
- tar
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zaatar pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- tarKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of zaatar
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: ZAH-tah.
What does zaatar mean?
noun
- A particular herb, similar in flavor to thyme or oregano, used in Middle Eastern cuisine (Origanum syriacum).
- A Middle Eastern seasoning, having this herb or a mixture of herbs as the main ingredient, with sumac (or other tart-flavored equivalent) and sesame seeds.
Questions about saying zaatar
How do you pronounce zaatar?
Say ZAH-tar. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɑtɑr/. In British English it is /ˈzɑːtɑː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zaatar?
Zaatar has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAH). Broken into parts: ZAH · tar.
Is zaatar 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 /ˈzɑːtɑː/ (ZAH-tah).