Proper Pronunciation Guide

potpourri

[po͜u pə ri]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the first letter “o” like the name of the letter itself—
    /o͜u/.
  • Do not pronounce the letter “t.”
  • Pronounce the letters “ou” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • Stress the third and final syllable.

Practice Sentences:

She placed a basket of potpourri on her dresser.
We covered a potpourri of topics during the meeting.

Definitions:

  • (noun) A fragrant mixture of dried flowers and spices.

  • (noun) Any miscellaneous grouping of similar things, creating an interesting variety.

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