How to pronounce abettor
Say it like uh-BET-er. Abettor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BET).
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- uh
- BET
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abettor pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- BETSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of abettor
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: uh-BET-uh.
What does abettor mean?
- One that abets an offender; one that incites, instigates, or encourages.
- A supporter or advocate.
Where does abettor come from?
From Middle English abettour, from Anglo-Norman abettour, from Old French abeter + -our (“-or”).
Words that rhyme with abettor
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Questions about saying abettor
How do you pronounce abettor?
Say uh-BET-er. The American pronunciation is /əˈbɛtɚ/. In British English it is /əˈbɛtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abettor?
Abettor has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BET). Broken into parts: uh · BET · er.
Is abettor pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əˈbɛtə/ (uh-BET-uh).