However, it's important to remember that Basque is not a single language. It has different dialects, and the exact pronunciation and spelling of "hiri" might vary slightly depending on the specific dialect.
For example, in the Biscayan dialect, it's pronounced "hiri" with a short "i" sound. In the Gipuzkoan dialect, it's pronounced "hiri" with a longer "i" sound.
Overall, "hiri" is the most common and widely understood word for "city" in Basque.