How to Pronounce Mazurka

To pronounce "mazurka", say MAZ-urk-a — 3 syllables, IPA /məˈzɜː(ɹ)kə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/məˈzɜː(ɹ)kə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mazurka”

"mazurka" has 3 syllables: maz-urk-a.

What does mazurka mean?

noun

  1. A Polish folk dance in triple time, usually moderately fast, containing a heavy accent on the third beat and occasionally the second beat.
  2. A classical musical composition inspired by the folk dance and conforming in some respects to its form, particularly as popularized by Chopin.

Related words

polkamazourkapolka-mazurkamazurationminuetmusettemazumasmazza

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mazurka"?▾

"Mazurka" has 3 syllables: maz · urk · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "mazurka"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mazurka" is /məˈzɜː(ɹ)kə/.

What does "mazurka" mean?▾

Mazurka: A Polish folk dance in triple time, usually moderately fast, containing a heavy accent on the third beat and occasionally the second beat.

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