How to pronounce dater
Say it like DAY-ter. Dater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY).
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US American/ˈdeɪtər/DAY-ter
UK British/ˈdeɪtə/DAY-tuh
- DAY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dater pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of dater
- 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: DAY-tuh.
What does dater mean?
noun
- One who dates.
- A date-stamping device.
Where does dater come from?
From date + -er.
Questions about saying dater
How do you pronounce dater?
Say DAY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈdeɪtər/. In British English it is /ˈdeɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dater?
Dater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DAY). Broken into parts: DAY · ter.
Is dater 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 /ˈdeɪtə/ (DAY-tuh).