How to pronounce clinger
Say it like KLING-er. Clinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLING).
- KLING
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clinger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLINGSay 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 clinger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLING-uh.
What does clinger mean?
- One who clings.
- An emotionally clingy person.
Where does clinger come from?
From cling + -er.
Words that rhyme with clinger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clinger.
Words that sound like clinger
- klinger
Questions about saying clinger
How do you pronounce clinger?
Say KLING-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɪŋɚ/. In British English it is /ˈklɪŋə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clinger?
Clinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLING). Broken into parts: KLING · er.
Is clinger 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 /ˈklɪŋə/ (KLING-uh).
What words sound the same as clinger?
Clinger sounds the same as klinger in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.