How to pronounce blunderer
Say it like BLUHN-duh-rer. Blunderer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLUHN).
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- BLUHN
- duh
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Blunderer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BLUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- duhKeep 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 blunderer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BLUHN-duh-ruh.
What does blunderer mean?
- One who blunders.
Where does blunderer come from?
From Middle English blonderer, equivalent to blunder + -er.
Questions about saying blunderer
How do you pronounce blunderer?
Say BLUHN-duh-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈblʌndərɚ/. In British English it is /ˈblʌndərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in blunderer?
Blunderer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BLUHN). Broken into parts: BLUHN · duh · rer.
Is blunderer 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 /ˈblʌndərə/ (BLUHN-duh-ruh).