How to pronounce zarda
Say it like ZAR-duh. Zarda has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAR).
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US American/ˈzɑrdə/ZAR-duh
UK British/ˈzɑːdə/ZAH-duh
- ZAR
- duh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zarda pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zarda
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ZAH-duh.
What does zarda mean?
noun
- The flavored tobacco used in paan.
- A sweet South Asian dish of boiled rice with milk, sugar and spices.
Questions about saying zarda
How do you pronounce zarda?
Say ZAR-duh. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɑrdə/. In British English it is /ˈzɑːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zarda?
Zarda has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZAR). Broken into parts: ZAR · duh.
Is zarda 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 /ˈzɑːdə/ (ZAH-duh).