How to pronounce bounder
Say it like BOWN-der. Bounder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOWN).
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- BOWN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bounder 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.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bounder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BOWN-duh.
What does bounder mean?
- Something that bounds or jumps.
- A dishonourable man; a cad.
- A social climber.
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Words that rhyme with bounder
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Questions about saying bounder
How do you pronounce bounder?
Say BOWN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaʊndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbaʊndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bounder?
Bounder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOWN). Broken into parts: BOWN · der.
Is bounder 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 /ˈbaʊndə/ (BOWN-duh).