How to Pronounce Houri

To pronounce "houri", say HOUR-i — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhʊəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈhʊəɹi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “houri”

"houri" has 2 syllables: hour-i. It rhymes with lurry and skurry, if that helps it stick.

What does houri mean?

noun

  1. A nymph in the form of a beautiful virgin supposed to dwell in Paradise for the enjoyment of the faithful.
  2. (by extension) Any voluptuous, beautiful woman.

Words that rhyme with houri

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lurryskurryperi-cirrispurreyknurryscirrhibourilouriturreaeherrecurry

Related words

nymphhubusjariyahussifghayrahmujahidaharamihijabi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "houri"?▾

"Houri" has 2 syllables: hour · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "houri"?▾

The IPA transcription of "houri" is /ˈhʊəɹi/.

What does "houri" mean?▾

Houri: A nymph in the form of a beautiful virgin supposed to dwell in Paradise for the enjoyment of the faithful.

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