How to pronounce dier
Say it like DEE-er. Dier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE).
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- DEE
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DEE-uh.
What does dier mean?
- One who dies.
Where does dier come from?
From die + -er.
Words that rhyme with dier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dier.
Questions about saying dier
How do you pronounce dier?
Say DEE-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdiɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdiːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dier?
Dier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DEE). Broken into parts: DEE · er.
Is dier 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 /ˈdiːə/ (DEE-uh).