How to pronounce zerbert
Say it like ZUR-bert. Zerbert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZUR).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈzɝbərt/ZUR-bert
UK British/ˈzɜːbət/ZUR-but
- ZUR
- bert
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zerbert pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- bertKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of zerbert
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ZUR-but.
What does zerbert mean?
noun
- The sound made when someone places the mouth against skin and blows, imitative of the sound of flatulence.
Where does zerbert come from?
Coined as part of Bill Cosby’s stand up act.
Questions about saying zerbert
How do you pronounce zerbert?
Say ZUR-bert. The American pronunciation is /ˈzɝbərt/. In British English it is /ˈzɜːbət/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zerbert?
Zerbert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZUR). Broken into parts: ZUR · bert.
Is zerbert 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 /ˈzɜːbət/ (ZUR-but).