How to Pronounce “sudoku”
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- American (US)
- /suːˈdoʊkuː/
- British (UK)
- /sʊˈdəʊkuː/
What “sudoku” means
noun — A number puzzle in which digits are placed so that none repeats in a row, column or block.
Example: She does the sudoku on the train every morning.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “sudoku” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /suːˈdoʊkuː/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "sudoku" mean?
sudoku (noun): A number puzzle in which digits are placed so that none repeats in a row, column or block. For example — She does the sudoku on the train every morning.
How do you pronounce "sudoku" in American vs British English?
American English: /suːˈdoʊkuː/. British English: /sʊˈdəʊkuː/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "sudoku"?
/suːˈdoʊkuː/ in American English, /sʊˈdəʊkuː/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "sudoku"?
“sudoku” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /suːˈdoʊkuː/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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