How to pronounce aviator
Say it like AY-vee-ay-ter. Aviator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY).
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- AY
- vee
- ay
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aviator 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.
- veeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- ayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of aviator
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: AY-vee-ay-tuh.
What does aviator mean?
- An aircraft pilot, especially a military pilot. The use of the word may imply claims of superior airmanship, as in navy aviator vs. air force pilot.
Where does aviator come from?
By surface analysis, avi- + -ator
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying aviator
How do you pronounce aviator?
Say AY-vee-ay-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈeɪviˌeɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈeɪviˌeɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aviator?
Aviator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (AY). Broken into parts: AY · vee · ay · ter.
Is aviator 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 /ˈeɪviˌeɪtə/ (AY-vee-ay-tuh).