How to pronounce cannister
Say it like KAN-ih-ster. Cannister has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN).
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- KAN
- ih
- ster
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cannister pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- sterKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cannister
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAN-ih-stuh.
What does cannister mean?
- metal container for storing dry foods such as tea or flour
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Questions about saying cannister
How do you pronounce cannister?
Say KAN-ih-ster. The American pronunciation is /ˈkænɪstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkænɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cannister?
Cannister has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAN). Broken into parts: KAN · ih · ster.
Is cannister 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 /ˈkænɪstə/ (KAN-ih-stuh).
What words sound the same as cannister?
Cannister sounds the same as canister in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.