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How to Pronounce Zuri

Female · Swahili

How to Pronounce Zuri

The stress is on the second syllable.

This name is commonly found in Swahili-speaking regions.

Zuri means "Beautiful"—a Swahili name with a rich history.

Zuri has 2 syllables: ZOO-ree.

Phonetic Spelling of Zuri

The phonetic spelling of Zuri is:

ZOO-ree
IPA
/ˈzʊri/

Zuri Pronunciation (Audio)

Listen to the name pronunciation audio for Zuri below.

Origin and Meaning of Zuri

Zuri is a Swahili name meaning "Beautiful". It originates from BE, BN, BO, BR, Canada, CH, CL, CO, CR, ES, France, GB, GE, GT, Hong Kong, IL, India, Italy, JM, Kuwait, KZ, Kenya, MX, Malaysia, Nigeria, Netherlands, Oman, PA, PE, PL, PS, RU, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Turkey, Tanzania, United States, South Africa. Swahili zuri

Common Mispronunciations of Zuri

  • Avoid stressing the wrong syllable—the correct Swahili pronunciation emphasizes ZOO-ree
  • Don't anglicize the sounds; Zuri should be pronounced with its original Swahili phonetics

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you pronounce Zuri?
Zuri is pronounced ZOO-ree.
What is the correct pronunciation of Zuri?
The correct pronunciation of Zuri is ZOO-ree. (IPA: /ˈzʊri/)
Is Zuri a Swahili name?
Yes, Zuri is a Swahili name meaning "Beautiful".
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