How to pronounce cheerleader
Say it like CHEER-lee-der. Cheerleader has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEER).
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- CHEER
- lee
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cheerleader pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- leeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cheerleader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: CHEER-lee-duh.
What does cheerleader mean?
- A person, usually a young, attractive female, who encourages applause and cheers at a sports event, and wearing a specially-designed uniform in the official colors of the team he/she cheers for.
- A person who rallies support for any cause.
Where does cheerleader come from?
From cheer + leader.
Questions about saying cheerleader
How do you pronounce cheerleader?
Say CHEER-lee-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃɪrˌlidɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtʃɪəˌliːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cheerleader?
Cheerleader has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHEER). Broken into parts: CHEER · lee · der.
Is cheerleader 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 /ˈtʃɪəˌliːdə/ (CHEER-lee-duh).