How to pronounce backers
Say it like BAK-erz. Backers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAK).
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- BAK
- erz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Backers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of backers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BAK-uz.
What does backers mean?
- plural of backer How to pronounce backer
Words that rhyme with backers
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of backers.
Questions about saying backers
How do you pronounce backers?
Say BAK-erz. The American pronunciation is /ˈbækɚz/. In British English it is /ˈbækəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in backers?
Backers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAK). Broken into parts: BAK · erz.
Is backers 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 /ˈbækəz/ (BAK-uz).