How to pronounce advert
Say it like AD-vert. Advert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AD).
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US American/ˈædvɚt/AD-vert
UK British/ædˈvɜːt/ad-VURT
- AD
- vert
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Advert pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ADSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- vertKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of advert
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ad-VURT.
What does advert mean?
noun
- An advertisement, an ad.
- To take notice, to pay attention (to).
- To call attention, refer (to).
Where does advert come from?
Clipping of advertisement.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying advert
How do you pronounce advert?
Say AD-vert. The American pronunciation is /ˈædvɚt/. In British English it is /ædˈvɜːt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in advert?
Advert has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AD). Broken into parts: AD · vert.
Is advert pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /ædˈvɜːt/ (ad-VURT).