How to pronounce zurek
Say it like ZUUR-ek. Zurek has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZUUR).
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- ZUUR
- ek
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zurek pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of zurek
American and British speakers say zurek in essentially the same way: /ˈzʊrɛk/ in the US and /ˈzʊrɛk/ in the UK.
British respelling: ZUUR-ek.
What does zurek mean?
- Sour cereal soup (a type of sour rye soup, originating from Poland)
Where does zurek come from?
Borrowed from Polish żurek.
Questions about saying zurek
How do you pronounce zurek?
Say ZUUR-ek. The American pronunciation is /ˈzʊrɛk/. In British English it is /ˈzʊrɛk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zurek?
Zurek has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZUUR). Broken into parts: ZUUR · ek.
Do Americans and Brits say zurek the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈzʊrɛk/ and the British form is /ˈzʊrɛk/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.