How to pronounce creamer
Say it like KREE-mer. Creamer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Creamer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of creamer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KREE-muh.
What does creamer mean?
- A jug for holding cream.
- A separator for removing cream from milk to leave skimmed milk.
- A nondairy product that adds a creamy texture to coffee.“nondairy creamer”
Where does creamer come from?
From cream + -er.
Words that rhyme with creamer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of creamer.
Questions about saying creamer
How do you pronounce creamer?
Say KREE-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈkrimɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkriːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in creamer?
Creamer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · mer.
Is creamer 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 /ˈkriːmə/ (KREE-muh).