How to pronounce artificer
Say it like ar-TIF-uh-ser. Artificer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIF).
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- ar
- TIF
- uh
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Artificer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- arKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- TIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of artificer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ah-TIF-ih-suh.
What does artificer mean?
- Someone who is skilled in their trade; an artisan.
- An inventor.
- A member of the military who specializes in manufacturing and repairing weapon systems.
Where does artificer come from?
From Middle English artificer, from Middle French artificier, from Latin artificiarius.
Questions about saying artificer
How do you pronounce artificer?
Say ar-TIF-uh-ser. The American pronunciation is /ɑrˈtɪfəsɚ/. In British English it is /ɑːˈtɪfɪsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in artificer?
Artificer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (TIF). Broken into parts: ar · TIF · uh · ser.
Is artificer 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 /ɑːˈtɪfɪsə/ (ah-TIF-ih-suh).