How to pronounce decker
Say it like DEK-er. Decker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEK).
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- DEK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Decker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of decker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DEK-uh.
What does decker mean?
- One who, or that which, decks or adorns; a coverer.“a table decker”
- Something having a certain number of levels.“We traveled in a double-decker bus.”
Where does decker come from?
From deck (verb) + -er.
Words that rhyme with decker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of decker.
Questions about saying decker
How do you pronounce decker?
Say DEK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdɛkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in decker?
Decker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEK). Broken into parts: DEK · er.
Is decker 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 /ˈdɛkə/ (DEK-uh).