How to pronounce dauer
Say it like DOW-er. Dauer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOW).
- DOW
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dauer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dauer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DOW-uh.
What does dauer mean?
- A developmental stage of certain nematode larvae in which they exhibit increased durability.
Where does dauer come from?
Borrowed from German Dauer (“duration”).
Words that rhyme with dauer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dauer.
Words that sound like dauer
Questions about saying dauer
How do you pronounce dauer?
Say DOW-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdaʊɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdaʊə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dauer?
Dauer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOW). Broken into parts: DOW · er.
Is dauer 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 /ˈdaʊə/ (DOW-uh).
What words sound the same as dauer?
Dauer sounds the same as dour in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.