New delhi pronunciation
The pronunciation of "New Delhi" can be a bit tricky for non-native English speakers, but don't worry, I'm here to help!
The correct pronunciation of "New Delhi" is:
/ˈnuː ˈdɛli/ (NOO DEL-ee)
Breakdown:
- "New" is pronounced as /ˈnuː/ (NOO), with a short "u" sound, similar to the "u" in "put".
- "Delhi" is pronounced as /ˈdɛli/ (DEL-ee), with a short "e" sound, similar to the "e" in "pet".
Put it together, and you get "NOO DEL-ee".
Some tips to help you with the pronunciation:
- Pay attention to the stress: The stress is on the first syllable (NOO), so make sure to pronounce it with a slightly stronger emphasis.
- The "h" in "New" is silent, so don't worry about pronouncing it.
- The "i" in "Delhi" is pronounced with a short "e" sound, not a long "i" sound.
Now, go ahead and practice your pronunciation: "NOO DEL-ee"!