How to pronounce bruvver
Say it like BRUHV-er. Bruvver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRUHV).
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- BRUHV
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bruvver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of bruvver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRUHV-uh.
What does bruvver mean?
- Brother.
Where does bruvver come from?
Representing the Cockney or Multicultural London English pronunciation of brother (th-fronting).
Words that rhyme with bruvver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of bruvver.
Questions about saying bruvver
How do you pronounce bruvver?
Say BRUHV-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrʌvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈbrʌvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bruvver?
Bruvver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRUHV). Broken into parts: BRUHV · er.
Is bruvver 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 /ˈbrʌvə/ (BRUHV-uh).