How to pronounce abrader
Say it like uh-BRAY-der. Abrader has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRAY).
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- uh
- BRAY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abrader 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.
- BRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of abrader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-BRAY-duh.
What does abrader mean?
- Something that abrades; a tool or machine for abrading.
- A primitive artifact made of sandstone used for smoothing, sharpening, or shaping.
- A surgical instrument used to abrade bone or other tissue.
Where does abrader come from?
From abrade + -er.
Words that rhyme with abrader
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Questions about saying abrader
How do you pronounce abrader?
Say uh-BRAY-der. The American pronunciation is /əˈbreɪdɚ/. In British English it is /əˈbreɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abrader?
Abrader has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRAY). Broken into parts: uh · BRAY · der.
Is abrader 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 /əˈbreɪdə/ (uh-BRAY-duh).