How to pronounce angler
Say it like ANG-gler. Angler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ANG).
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- ANG
- gler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Angler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ANGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- glerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of angler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ANG-gluh.
What does angler mean?
- A person who fishes with a hook and line.“A throng of anglers lined the trout stream on opening day of trout season.”
- An anglerfish, Lophius piscatorius.“The angler lured a smaller fish into reach with the appendage on its head.”
- Someone who tries to work an angle; a person who schemes or has an ulterior motive.“Jonas was a consummate angler when it came the company's leave policy; he had it figured so he only needed to work six months out of the year.”
Where does angler come from?
From Middle English angler, angleer, angeler, equivalent to angle + -er.
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Questions about saying angler
How do you pronounce angler?
Say ANG-gler. The American pronunciation is /ˈæŋɡlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈæŋɡlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in angler?
Angler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ANG). Broken into parts: ANG · gler.
Is angler 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 /ˈæŋɡlə/ (ANG-gluh).