How to Pronounce “urban”
word
/ˈɝbən/
UR-buhn
/ˈɜːbən/
UR-buhn
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɝbən/
British English
/ˈɜːbən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
UR-buhn
UK
UR-buhn
Listen in Context
Many people live in urban areas around the world.
She prefers urban life to rural life.
The new park is in an urban neighborhood.
There’s a lively urban culture with music, art, and festivals.