How to pronounce ager
Say it like AY-jer. Ager has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- jer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ager pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- jerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ager
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AY-juh.
What does ager mean?
- One who or that which ages something.
- One who is aging; an elderly person.
- One who belongs to a particular age or era.
Where does ager come from?
From age + -er.
Words that rhyme with ager
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ager.
Questions about saying ager
How do you pronounce ager?
Say AY-jer. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪdʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪdʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ager?
Ager has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · jer.
Is ager 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 /ˈeɪdʒə/ (AY-juh).