How to Pronounce Erhu

To pronounce "erhu", say ERH-u — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɜːhuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈɜːhuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “erhu”

"erhu" has 2 syllables: erh-u.

What does erhu mean?

noun

  1. A type of bowed spike fiddle having two strings, originating in China as part of the huqin family of string instruments.

Related words

izumiquanchuanerxianyehuhuqindihubanhu

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "erhu"?▾

"Erhu" has 2 syllables: erh · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "erhu"?▾

The IPA transcription of "erhu" is /ˈɜːhuː/.

What does "erhu" mean?▾

Erhu: A type of bowed spike fiddle having two strings, originating in China as part of the huqin family of string instruments.

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