How to pronounce comforter
Say it like KUHM-fer-ter. Comforter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM).
- KUHM
- fer
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Comforter 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.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of comforter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KUHM-fuh-tuh.
What does comforter mean?
- A person who comforts someone who is suffering.
- A padded cover for a bed, duvet, continental quilt.
- A woollen scarf for winter.
Where does comforter come from?
From Middle English comfortour et al, from Anglo-Norman confortour, from Old French conforter.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- consoler
- duvet
- binky
- bink
- sympathizer
- sympathiser
- reliever
- allayer
Questions about saying comforter
How do you pronounce comforter?
Say KUHM-fer-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈkʌmfɚtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkʌmfətə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in comforter?
Comforter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KUHM). Broken into parts: KUHM · fer · ter.
Is comforter 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 /ˈkʌmfətə/ (KUHM-fuh-tuh).