Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does -eria mean?
Alternative form of -erie /-ery (“place, shop”).
Where does -eria come from?
Unadapted borrowing from Italian -eria and Spanish -ería, by analogy with cafeteria and pizzeria. Doublet of -erie and -ery.

How to pronounce -eria

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “-eria”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “-eria” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.