How to Pronounce Shawarma

To pronounce "shawarma", say SHAW-arm-a — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

SHAW-arm-a

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💡 Tip for remembering “shawarma”

"shawarma" has 3 syllables: shaw-arm-a.

What does shawarma mean?

noun

  1. A Middle Eastern sandwich-like wrap of shaved lamb, goat, chicken, turkey, beef, or a mixture of these.

Related words

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How many syllables are in "shawarma"?▾

"Shawarma" has 3 syllables: shaw · arm · a.

What does "shawarma" mean?▾

Shawarma: A Middle Eastern sandwich-like wrap of shaved lamb, goat, chicken, turkey, beef, or a mixture of these.

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