How to pronounce complainer
Say it like kum-PLAY-ner. Complainer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLAY).
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- kum
- PLAY
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Complainer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kumKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- PLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of complainer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kum-PLAY-nuh.
What does complainer mean?
- One who complains, or is known for their complaints.
- A complainant (an alleged victim in a criminal trial).
Where does complainer come from?
From complain + -er.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with complainer
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Questions about saying complainer
How do you pronounce complainer?
Say kum-PLAY-ner. The American pronunciation is /kəmˈpleɪnɚ/. In British English it is /kəmˈpleɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in complainer?
Complainer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (PLAY). Broken into parts: kum · PLAY · ner.
Is complainer 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 /kəmˈpleɪnə/ (kum-PLAY-nuh).