How to pronounce bowrider
Say it like BOW-ry-der. Bowrider has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOW).
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- BOW
- ry
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bowrider pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- ryGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of bowrider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BOW-ry-duh.
What does bowrider mean?
- A kind of runabout boat with an open bow area.
Where does bowrider come from?
From bow + rider.
Questions about saying bowrider
How do you pronounce bowrider?
Say BOW-ry-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaʊˌraɪdər/. In British English it is /ˈbaʊˌraɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bowrider?
Bowrider has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BOW). Broken into parts: BOW · ry · der.
Is bowrider 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 /ˈbaʊˌraɪdə/ (BOW-ry-duh).