How to pronounce abounder
Say it like uh-BOWN-der. Abounder has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BOWN).
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- uh
- BOWN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abounder 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.
- BOWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of abounder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-BOWN-duh.
What does abounder mean?
- Often followed by in: one who abounds in something; one who has plenty.
Where does abounder come from?
From abound + -er.
Questions about saying abounder
How do you pronounce abounder?
Say uh-BOWN-der. The American pronunciation is /əˈbaʊndər/. In British English it is /əˈbaʊndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abounder?
Abounder has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BOWN). Broken into parts: uh · BOWN · der.
Is abounder 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 /əˈbaʊndə/ (uh-BOWN-duh).