How to pronounce connector
Say it like kuh-NEK-ter. Connector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEK).
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- kuh
- NEK
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Connector pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of connector
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kuh-NEK-tuh.
What does connector mean?
- One who connects; a networker.
- A device (or, more precisely, a mating pair of devices, often a plug and a socket) for connecting together two wires, cables, or hoses, allowing electricity or fluid to flow but also allowing easy disconnection and reconnection when necessary.
- A highway or freeway road which connects to another highway or freeway. It can be part of an interchange or a longer roadway such as the 1.5 mile (2.5 kilometer) U.S. Route 24 Connector.
Where does connector come from?
From connect + -or.
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Words that rhyme with connector
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Questions about saying connector
How do you pronounce connector?
Say kuh-NEK-ter. The American pronunciation is /kəˈnɛktɚ/. In British English it is /kəˈnɛktə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in connector?
Connector has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (NEK). Broken into parts: kuh · NEK · ter.
Is connector 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 /kəˈnɛktə/ (kuh-NEK-tuh).