How to pronounce ampere
Say it like AM-peer. Ampere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM).
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- AM
- peer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ampere pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- AMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- peerGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ampere
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AM-pairr.
What does ampere mean?
- A unit of electrical current, the standard base unit in the International System of Units; colloquially amp. Abbreviation: amp, Symbol: A
Where does ampere come from?
Named after French physicist André-Marie Ampère (1775–1836).
Questions about saying ampere
How do you pronounce ampere?
Say AM-peer. The American pronunciation is /ˈæmˌpɪr/. In British English it is /ˈæmˌpɛər/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ampere?
Ampere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AM). Broken into parts: AM · peer.
Is ampere 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 /ˈæmˌpɛər/ (AM-pairr).