How to pronounce batterer
Say it like BAT-uh-rer. Batterer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAT).
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- BAT
- uh
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Batterer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of batterer
- 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: BAT-uh-ruh.
What does batterer mean?
- One who batters.
- One who batters their spouse: one who commits domestic violence.
- One who applies batter.
Where does batterer come from?
From batter + -er.
Questions about saying batterer
How do you pronounce batterer?
Say BAT-uh-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈbætərɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbætərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in batterer?
Batterer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BAT). Broken into parts: BAT · uh · rer.
Is batterer 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 /ˈbætərə/ (BAT-uh-ruh).