How to pronounce carer
Say it like KER-er. Carer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KER).
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- KER
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Carer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of carer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAIR-uh.
What does carer mean?
- Someone who regularly looks after another person, either as a job or often through family responsibilities.“Have you thought of a job as a carer for disabled people?”
Where does carer come from?
From care + -er.
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Words that rhyme with carer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of carer.
Questions about saying carer
How do you pronounce carer?
Say KER-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɛrɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkɛərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in carer?
Carer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KER). Broken into parts: KER · er.
Is carer 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 /ˈkɛərə/ (KAIR-uh).