How to pronounce Calder
Say it like KAWL-der. Calder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAWL).
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- KAWL
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Calder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAWLSay 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 Calder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAWL-duh.
What does Calder mean?
- A river in West Yorkshire, England, which flows into the River Aire.
- A river in Cumbria, England, which flows into the Irish Sea at Sellafield.
- A river in Lancashire, England, which joins the River Ribble.
Where does Calder come from?
From Cumbric *caled (“hard”) + *duvr (“water”)
Questions about saying Calder
How do you pronounce Calder?
Say KAWL-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɔldɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɔːldə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Calder?
Calder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAWL). Broken into parts: KAWL · der.
Is Calder 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 /ˈkɔːldə/ (KAWL-duh).