How to pronounce zymurgy
Say it like ZY-mur-jee. Zymurgy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY).
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- ZY
- mur
- jee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Zymurgy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ZYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- murGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- jeeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of zymurgy
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ZY-mur-jee.
What does zymurgy mean?
- Synonym of zymology (“the chemistry of fermentation with yeasts, especially the science involved in beermaking and winemaking”).
- The practice of using fermentation to produce alcoholic beverages.
Where does zymurgy come from?
From zym- (prefix meaning ‘fermentation’) + -urgy (suffix denoting a technique for working with something), modeled after metallurgy.
Questions about saying zymurgy
How do you pronounce zymurgy?
Say ZY-mur-jee. The American pronunciation is /ˈzaɪˌmɝdʒi/. In British English it is /ˈzaɪˌmɜːdʒi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in zymurgy?
Zymurgy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ZY). Broken into parts: ZY · mur · jee.
Is zymurgy 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 /ˈzaɪˌmɜːdʒi/ (ZY-mur-jee).