How to pronounce demurrer
Say it like DIM-uh-rer. Demurrer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DIM).
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- DIM
- uh
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Demurrer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of demurrer
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: dih-MUHR-uh.
What does demurrer mean?
- A motion by a party to a legal action for the immediate or summary judgment of the court on the question of whether, assuming the truth of the matter alleged by the opposite party, it is sufficient in law to sustain the action or defense, and hence whether the party bringing the motion is required t
- Someone who demurs.
Where does demurrer come from?
From Anglo-Norman demurrer, form of Old French demourer (“to demur”), infinitive used as noun.
Questions about saying demurrer
How do you pronounce demurrer?
Say DIM-uh-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɪmərər/. In British English it is /dɪˈmʌrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in demurrer?
Demurrer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DIM). Broken into parts: DIM · uh · rer.
Is demurrer pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /dɪˈmʌrə/ (dih-MUHR-uh).