How to pronounce cere
Say it like SIH-er. Cere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIH).
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- SIH
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cere pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SIHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cere
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SIH-uh.
What does cere mean?
- A fleshy, waxy area at the base of the upper beak in certain birds.
- To wax; to cover or close with wax.
Where does cere come from?
From Middle English sere, from Old French cire, from Latin cēra (“wax, cere”), or via Latin cērō (“to smear or coat with wax”).
Words that rhyme with cere
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cere.
Questions about saying cere
How do you pronounce cere?
Say SIH-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cere?
Cere has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SIH). Broken into parts: SIH · er.
Is cere 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 /ˈsɪə/ (SIH-uh).