How to pronounce cider
Say it like SY-der. Cider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY).
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- SY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cider pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of cider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SY-duh.
What does cider mean?
- a beverage made from juice pressed from apples
Words that rhyme with cider
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cider.
Questions about saying cider
How do you pronounce cider?
Say SY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈsaɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsaɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cider?
Cider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SY). Broken into parts: SY · der.
Is cider 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 /ˈsaɪdə/ (SY-duh).