How to pronounce aver
Say it like uh-VUR. Aver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR).
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- uh
- VUR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of aver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-VUR.
What does aver mean?
- To assert the truth of (something); to affirm (something) with confidence; to declare (something) in a positive manner.
- To justify or prove (an allegation or plea that one has made).
Where does aver come from?
From Middle English averren, from Old French averer, from Early Medieval Latin advērō, a verb derived from Latin vērus (“true”).
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Words that rhyme with aver
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Questions about saying aver
How do you pronounce aver?
Say uh-VUR. The American pronunciation is /əˈvɝ/. In British English it is /əˈvɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aver?
Aver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (VUR). Broken into parts: uh · VUR.
Is aver 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 /əˈvɜː/ (uh-VUR).