How to pronounce bystander
Say it like BY-stan-der. Bystander has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY).
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US American/ˈbaɪˌstændɚ/BY-stan-der
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- BY
- stan
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Bystander pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- stanGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
What does bystander mean?
noun
- A person who, although present at some event, does not take part in it; an observer, witness, or spectator.
Where does bystander come from?
From by- + stander. Compare passerby.
Questions about saying bystander
How do you pronounce bystander?
Say BY-stan-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈbaɪˌstændɚ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in bystander?
Bystander has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BY). Broken into parts: BY · stan · der.