How to pronounce demonstrator
Say it like DEM-un-stray-ter. Demonstrator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM).
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- DEM
- un
- stray
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demonstrator pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- strayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of demonstrator
- 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: DEM-un-stray-tuh.
What does demonstrator mean?
- One who demonstrates anything, or proves beyond doubt.
- The forefinger.
- One who takes part in a demonstration; a protester.
Where does demonstrator come from?
From demonstrate + -or.
Questions about saying demonstrator
How do you pronounce demonstrator?
Say DEM-un-stray-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demonstrator?
Demonstrator has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEM). Broken into parts: DEM · un · stray · ter.
Is demonstrator 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 /ˈdɛmənˌstreɪtə/ (DEM-un-stray-tuh).