How to pronounce balter
Say it like BAWL-ter. Balter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAWL).
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- BAWL
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Balter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BAWLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of balter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BAWL-tuh.
What does balter mean?
- To tumble; dance clumsily.
- To tread down in a clumsy manner.
Where does balter come from?
From Middle English balteren, of North Germanic origin, related to Danish baltre, boltre (“to roll, tumble, gambol, romp”).
Words that rhyme with balter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of balter.
Questions about saying balter
How do you pronounce balter?
Say BAWL-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɔltɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbɔːltə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in balter?
Balter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAWL). Broken into parts: BAWL · ter.
Is balter 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 /ˈbɔːltə/ (BAWL-tuh).