A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Chicken Biryani
Pronounce 'chicken biryani' with this easy guide to stress and sounds.
chicken biryani
CHIK-un beer-ee-AH-nee
/ˈtʃɪk.ən bɪr.i.ˈɑː.ni/ · chik · en · bir · i · ya · ni
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It's also a popular dish discussed in food blogs, cooking shows, and when people are ordering takeout or planning meals.
Where the word comes from
The word 'biryani' is thought to originate from the Persian word 'biryan', meaning 'fried' or 'roasted'. This refers to the method of cooking the rice and meat separately before layering and slow-cooking them together.
Common ways people get it wrong
- CHICK-en BYUR-ee-ah-nee The 'i' in 'biryani' is a short 'i' sound like in 'bit', not a long 'u' sound like in 'burn'.
- CHICK-en bir-ee-AN-ee The primary stress falls on the second to last syllable, 'AH', not the final syllable.
Frequently asked
What is the correct pronunciation of chicken biryani?
The most common pronunciation is CHIK-un beer-ee-AH-nee. The stress is on the 'AH' sound in 'biryani'.
Is biryani pronounced with an 'i' or 'ee' sound?
It's pronounced with a short 'i' sound, like in 'bit', followed by a short 'ee' sound, making it sound like 'beer-ee'.
Where does the name chicken biryani come from?
The name 'biryani' likely comes from the Persian word 'biryan', meaning 'fried' or 'roasted', referencing the cooking method.
