How to Pronounce Gyro

🔤 Correct Pronunciation

✅ "YEE-roh" (/ˈjiː.roʊ/) – Correct Greek pronunciation.
✅ "YEE-ros" (/ˈjiː.rɒs/) – Another correct version, especially in Greek.

📌 Fun Fact: The word "gyro" comes from the Greek word "γύρος" (gyros), meaning "turn" or "circle," referring to the rotating meat spit.

How Do English Speakers Say "Gyro"?

Many English speakers pronounce "gyro" differently.

✅ "YEE-roh" is the proper pronunciation and is most commonly used in Greek restaurants.

Common Mistakes When Pronouncing "Gyro"

❌ "JAI-roh" – Incorrect, sounds like "gyroscope."
❌ "GEE-roh" – Incorrect, a hard "G" is not used.
❌ "GY-roh" – The "G" should sound like a soft "Y," not a hard "G."

✅ Correct: Say "YEE-roh" to order your gyro the right way!

📌 Tip: If you're unsure, just say "hero" with a "Y" sound: "YEE-roh"!

Why Is "Gyro" Hard to Pronounce?

1️⃣ It comes from Greek, where "G" is pronounced like "Y."
2️⃣ English speakers associate it with "gyroscope," which has a hard "G."
3️⃣ Regional accents can change how people say it.

📌 Did you know? In Greece, the plural of "gyro" is "gyri" (γύροι)", pronounced "YEE-ree"!

FAQs About "Gyro" Pronunciation

What is the correct way to say "gyro" in Greek?

"YEE-roh" is the correct pronunciation.

Why do some people say "JAI-roh"?

This mistake happens because English speakers think of words like "gyroscope," which use a hard "G."

Can I say "hero" instead?

Yes! The correct sound is similar to "hero" but with a "Y" sound: "YEE-roh."

Do Greeks say "gyro" the same way?

Yes, but in Greek, it might sound closer to "YEE-ros" with a soft "s" at the end.

How do I order a gyro without mispronouncing it?

Simply say "YEE-roh", and you’ll sound like a pro!