How to pronounce "devar" in English
dəˈvɑːr
də·VAR
Primary stress: VAR
Hear native speakers say devar in context across real video clips
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Linguistic Pronunciation Masterclass: “devar”
Phonetic mechanics, syllable architecture, and conversational cadence
Syllable Architecture & Stress Distribution
də
Neutral schwa (⁄ə⁄): relaxed jaw, brief unstressed breath.
VAR
Tense long vowel with sustained acoustic resonance.
Primary emphasis falls on the second syllable ("VAR"). Raise your pitch and sustain the vowel length on this syllable while relaxing the surrounding syllables.
Common Pronunciation Traps & Learner Mistakes
The Trap: Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels.
How Native Speakers Say It: Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).
Connected Speech & Natural Conversational Flow
When "devar" is followed by a word starting with a vowel, glide the final consonant into the opening vowel (e.g. "devar is" sounds like "devar-iz").
In natural sentences, avoid over-stressing "devar" unless it conveys the core contrast or focal point of your message.
Authentic Spoken Quotes from Native Video Context
“In 1949, we have the publication of Simone Devar's The Second Sex.”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“about you don't have to make a big fuss about it but he could like Devar candles”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“that acorns are built with the de Devar so rule Ru utilitarianism singer offers”— Native SpeakerWatch clip
“one Devar Nama called Baro Krishnayya.”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
“Jab dhana lekar chadi devar par sa bar.”— TEDx TalksWatch clip
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In 1949, we have the publication of Simone Devar's The Second Sex.
Hear it in context: “devar”
5 clipsThe English word “devar” is transcribed in the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as dəˈvɑːr (phonetic respelling: də-VAR). Phonologically, it consists of 2 syllables (də · VAR), with primary lexical stress placed on the 2nd syllable (VAR). Grammatically, “devar” functions as a noun. SayItVid indexes 5 authentic English video clips demonstrating how native speakers articulate “devar” in natural connected speech across American (US: 5 sampled), British (UK), and Australian (AUS) accents, including verified broadcasts from TEDx Talks.
Spoken Video Transcripts & Contextual Quotes (5 Verified Clips)
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #1 · @12:03
“expelling the idea that women were inherently inferior, calling out for equal opportunity instead of predetermined roles. In 1949, we have the publication of Simone Devar's The Second Sex. In roles. In 1949, we have the publication of Simone Devar's The Second Sex. In”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #2 · @34:22
“minister gets on with his job that's what he thought britishness is really about you don't have to make a big fuss about it but he could like Devar candles uh in the windows of Downing Street with his daughters without anybody making a”
- 🇺🇸 USClip #3 · @2:19
“argued that nature has built into us the desire to be virtuous in the same way that acorns are built with the de Devar so rule Ru utilitarianism singer offers a thought experiment that has seen many variations over the years but a v vasic”
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #4 · @4:08
“I happened to learn the dance choreography for one Devar Nama called Baro Krishnayya. And of course the dance choreography was beautiful but of course the dance choreography was beautiful but”
- 🇺🇸 USTEDx TalksClip #5 · @8:55
“Kabhi haan nahin hoti nanhi cheti. Jab dhana lekar chadi devar par sa bar. Hi.”
Definition & Meaning: “devar”
- In Jewish tradition, a term referring to a word, thing, or matter, often associated with a teaching or discourse.
Example Sentences (3)
- “The rabbi shared a profound devar during the Torah study.”
- “equal opportunity instead of predetermined roles. In 1949, we have the publication of Simone Devar's The Second Sex. In”
- “about you don't have to make a big fuss about it but he could like Devar candles”
Common Phrases & Collocations
Pronounce: “devar”
- Pronunciation:
- də-VAR
- Syllables:
- də · VAR
- Written Hyphenation:
- de · var
- Primary stress:
- VAR
- IPA:
- dəˈvɑːr
- Hear it in context
- devar
Words that Rhyme with “devar”
-ɑrWords that Sound Identical (Homophones)
Unique Sound"devar" (⁄dəˈvɑːr⁄) has no true homophones in standard English — there are no other words with identical pronunciation. Unlike sound-alike pairs like there / their or peace / piece, "devar" has a completely distinct phonetic identity.
Frequently asked questions about devar
How do you pronounce “devar”?
“devar” is pronounced ⁄dəˈvɑːr⁄ (də-VAR). Listen to the native-speaker clips above to hear it in real conversation.
How many syllables are in “devar”?
“devar” has 2 syllables: də · VAR.
Where is the stress in “devar”?
The primary stress in “devar” is on “VAR”. Listen for that stressed syllable in the clips above.
What does “devar” mean?
In Jewish tradition, a term referring to a word, thing, or matter, often associated with a teaching or discourse.
How can I hear “devar” used in real sentences?
This page has 5 real-world video examples of “devar” with synchronized subtitles. Use Previous / Next (or ← / → keys) to hear each one at the exact moment it is spoken.
What is the most common pronunciation mistake when saying “devar”?
Avoid pronouncing every vowel with full acoustic weight. Non-native speakers often over-enunciate unstressed vowels. Only give full vowel clarity to the primary stressed syllable. Relax all unstressed vowels into a neutral, low-energy schwa (⁄ə⁄).