How to pronounce braver
Say it like BRAY-ver. Braver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAY).
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- BRAY
- ver
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Braver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of braver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRAY-vuh.
What does braver mean?
Words that rhyme with braver
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Questions about saying braver
How do you pronounce braver?
Say BRAY-ver. The American pronunciation is /ˈbreɪvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbreɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in braver?
Braver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAY). Broken into parts: BRAY · ver.
Is braver 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 /ˈbreɪvə/ (BRAY-vuh).