How to pronounce abridger
Say it like uh-BRIJ-er. Abridger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRIJ).
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- uh
- BRIJ
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abridger 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.
- BRIJSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of abridger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-BRIJ-uh.
What does abridger mean?
- One who abridges, a person who shortens written works.
Where does abridger come from?
From abridge + -er.
Questions about saying abridger
How do you pronounce abridger?
Say uh-BRIJ-er. The American pronunciation is /əˈbrɪdʒɚ/. In British English it is /əˈbrɪdʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abridger?
Abridger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (BRIJ). Broken into parts: uh · BRIJ · er.
Is abridger 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 /əˈbrɪdʒə/ (uh-BRIJ-uh).