English pronunciation · Words Starting with K
Khmer Pronunciation
Khmer is pronounced KMER, IPA /ˈkmɛr/.
KMER
US /ˈkmɛr/
Syllables: KMER (1 syllable)
noun and adjective: The people and language of Cambodia.
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Khmer in a Sentence
- Khmer is written in its own script.
- She grew up speaking Khmer at home.
- The Khmer empire built Angkor Wat.
Common Mispronunciations of Khmer
Not kuh-MER
The k and the m begin together, with no vowel between them, which English allows only in borrowed words like this one.
Not KAY-mer
The vowel is the e of bell, held short in front of the r.
Tip: Many English speakers insert a small vowel, kuh-MAIR, and the one beat form stays closest to Cambodian.
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