How to pronounce caver
Say it like KAY-ver. Caver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈkeɪvɚ/KAY-ver
UK British/ˈkeɪvə/KAY-vuh
- KAY
- ver
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caver 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.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of caver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KAY-vuh.
What does caver mean?
noun
- A person who explores caves.
Where does caver come from?
From cave + -er.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with caver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of caver.
Questions about saying caver
How do you pronounce caver?
Say KAY-ver. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caver?
Caver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · ver.
Is caver 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 /ˈkeɪvə/ (KAY-vuh).