How to Pronounce Guru

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

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ɡʊˈɹuː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “guru”

"guru" has 2 syllables: gur-u. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does guru mean?

noun

  1. A Hindu or Sikh spiritual teacher.
  2. (sometimes humorous) An influential advisor or mentor.

Words that rhyme with guru

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "guru"?▾

"Guru" has 2 syllables: gur · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "guru"?▾

The IPA transcription of "guru" is /ɡʊˈɹuː/.

What does "guru" mean?▾

Guru: A Hindu or Sikh spiritual teacher.

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