How to Pronounce Sirtaki

To pronounce "sirtaki", say SIRT-ak-i — 3 syllables, IPA /sɜːˈtakɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/sɜːˈtakɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sirtaki”

"sirtaki" has 3 syllables: sirt-ak-i.

What does sirtaki mean?

noun

  1. A modern Greek folk dance, a mixture of the slow and fast versions of the hasapiko dance.

Related words

syrtakisyrtostsiftetelisikinnissicilianasiciliennesashaysalsa

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sirtaki"?▾

"Sirtaki" has 3 syllables: sirt · ak · i.

What is the IPA transcription of "sirtaki"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sirtaki" is /sɜːˈtakɪ/.

What does "sirtaki" mean?▾

Sirtaki: A modern Greek folk dance, a mixture of the slow and fast versions of the hasapiko dance.

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