How to pronounce abler
Say it like AY-bler. Abler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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US American/ˈeɪblɚ/AY-bler
UK British/ˈeɪblə/AY-bluh
- AY
- bler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- blerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of abler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AY-bluh.
What does abler mean?
adjective
- comparative form of able: more able How to pronounce able
Questions about saying abler
How do you pronounce abler?
Say AY-bler. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪblɚ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪblə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abler?
Abler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · bler.
Is abler 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 /ˈeɪblə/ (AY-bluh).