How to pronounce bouncer
Say it like BOWN-ser. Bouncer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOWN).
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- BOWN
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bouncer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BOWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bouncer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BOWN-suh.
What does bouncer mean?
- A person or thing that bounces something, such as a ball.
- A member of security personnel employed by bars, nightclubs, etc. to decide who can enter, maintain order, and deal with patrons who cause trouble.
- A short-pitched ball that bounces up towards, or above the height of the batsman’s head.
Where does bouncer come from?
From bounce + -er.
Words that rhyme with bouncer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bouncer.
Questions about saying bouncer
How do you pronounce bouncer?
Say BOWN-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaʊnsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbaʊnsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bouncer?
Bouncer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOWN). Broken into parts: BOWN · ser.
Is bouncer 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 /ˈbaʊnsə/ (BOWN-suh).