How to pronounce boiler
Say it like BOY-ler. Boiler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOY).
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- BOY
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Boiler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BOYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of boiler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BOY-luh.
What does boiler mean?
- sealed vessel where water is converted to steam
- a metal pot for stewing or boiling; usually has a lid
Where does boiler come from?
From boil + -er.
Words that rhyme with boiler
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of boiler.
Questions about saying boiler
How do you pronounce boiler?
Say BOY-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈbɔɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbɔɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in boiler?
Boiler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOY). Broken into parts: BOY · ler.
Is boiler 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 /ˈbɔɪlə/ (BOY-luh).