How to Pronounce Burqa

To pronounce "burqa", say BURQ-a — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

BURQ-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “burqa”

"burqa" has 2 syllables: burq-a. It rhymes with burka and furca, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: burka — easy to mix up when writing.

What does burqa mean?

noun

  1. An Islamic garment that covers the whole body, which has a net screen covering the eyes so they cannot be seen, and is worn by women.
  2. A dress made from felt or karakul (the short curly fur of young lambs of the breed of that name), traditionally worn by men of the Caucasus region.

Synonyms

chadriparanja

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Words that rhyme with burqa

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burkafurcadircamercagurkha

Related words

burkhaveilburkaburkasniqabheadscarfhijabhajib

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "burqa"?▾

"Burqa" has 2 syllables: burq · a.

What does "burqa" mean?▾

Burqa: An Islamic garment that covers the whole body, which has a net screen covering the eyes so they cannot be seen, and is worn by women.

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