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How do you pronounce ku ku bird?
The recorded pronunciation is [ˌk˭u˨ ˌk˭u˧ ˈbə(ː)d˦].
What does ku ku bird mean?
Penis
Where does ku ku bird come from?
Partial calque of Hokkien 咕咕鳥 /咕咕鸟 (ku-kú-chiáu). Compare cuckoo.

How to pronounce ku ku bird

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “ku ku bird”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling ([ˌk˭u˨ ˌk˭u˧ ˈbə(ː)d˦]) so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “ku ku bird” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.