How to pronounce aider
Say it like AY-der. Aider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aider 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.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of aider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AY-duh.
What does aider mean?
- A person who aids or assists.
- A mountaineer's stirrup or étrier.“As I was switching my feet in my aiders, the hook popped.”
Where does aider come from?
From aid + -er.
Words that rhyme with aider
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aider.
Questions about saying aider
How do you pronounce aider?
Say AY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aider?
Aider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · der.
Is aider 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 /ˈeɪdə/ (AY-duh).