How to pronounce comer
Say it like KUHM-er. Comer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM).
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- KUHM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Comer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of comer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUHM-uh.
What does comer mean?
- One in a race who is catching up to others and shows promise of winning.
- An ambitious person; one who is catching up in some contest and has a likelihood of victory;
- One who arrives.“The champ will face all comers.”
Where does comer come from?
From Middle English comere, equivalent to come + -er.
Words that rhyme with comer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of comer.
Questions about saying comer
How do you pronounce comer?
Say KUHM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʌmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkʌmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in comer?
Comer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM). Broken into parts: KUHM · er.
Is comer 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 /ˈkʌmə/ (KUHM-uh).