How to pronounce abluster
Say it like uh-BLUHS-ter. Abluster has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLUHS).
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- uh
- BLUHS
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abluster 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.
- BLUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of abluster
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-BLUHS-tuh.
What does abluster mean?
- With bluster; loudly or ostentatiously.
Where does abluster come from?
From a- + bluster.
Words that rhyme with abluster
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of abluster.
Questions about saying abluster
How do you pronounce abluster?
Say uh-BLUHS-ter. The American pronunciation is /əˈblʌstɚ/. In British English it is /əˈblʌstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abluster?
Abluster has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BLUHS). Broken into parts: uh · BLUHS · ter.
Is abluster 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 /əˈblʌstə/ (uh-BLUHS-tuh).