How to pronounce Zagreb
Say it like ZAH-greb. Zagreb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAH).
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- ZAH
- greb
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zagreb 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.
- grebGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of Zagreb
American and British speakers say Zagreb in essentially the same way: /ˈzɑˌɡrɛb/ in the US and /ˈzɑːɡrɛb/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZAH-greb.
What does Zagreb mean?
- The capital and largest city of Croatia.
Questions about saying Zagreb
How do you pronounce Zagreb?
Say ZAH-greb. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɑˌɡrɛb/. In British English it is /ˈzɑːɡrɛb/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Zagreb?
Zagreb has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAH). Broken into parts: ZAH · greb.
Do Americans and Brits say Zagreb the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzɑˌɡrɛb/ and the British form is /ˈzɑːɡrɛb/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.