How to pronounce benner
Say it like BEN-er. Benner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BEN).
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- BEN
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Benner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of benner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BEN-uh.
What does benner mean?
- comparative form of ben: more ben How to pronounce ben
Words that rhyme with benner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of benner.
Questions about saying benner
How do you pronounce benner?
Say BEN-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɛnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbɛnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in benner?
Benner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BEN). Broken into parts: BEN · er.
Is benner 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 /ˈbɛnə/ (BEN-uh).