How to pronounce caterers
Say it like KAY-tuh-rerz. Caterers has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- tuh
- rerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caterers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of caterers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KAY-tuh-ruz.
What does caterers mean?
- plural of caterer How to pronounce caterer
Questions about saying caterers
How do you pronounce caterers?
Say KAY-tuh-rerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪtərɚz/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪtərəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caterers?
Caterers has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · tuh · rerz.
Is caterers 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 /ˈkeɪtərəz/ (KAY-tuh-ruz).