How to pronounce broader
Say it like BRAW-der. Broader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAW).
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- BRAW
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Broader pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of broader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRAW-duh.
What does broader mean?
- comparative form of broad: more broad How to pronounce broad
Words that rhyme with broader
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of broader.
Questions about saying broader
How do you pronounce broader?
Say BRAW-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrɔdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbrɔːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in broader?
Broader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRAW). Broken into parts: BRAW · der.
Is broader 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 /ˈbrɔːdə/ (BRAW-duh).