How to pronounce dormer
Say it like DOR-mer. Dormer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOR).
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- DOR
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dormer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dormer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DAW-muh.
What does dormer mean?
- A room-like, roofed projection from a sloping roof.
- A resident of a dormitory.
Where does dormer come from?
From Middle French dormoir (“sleeping room”), from dormir (“to sleep”).
Words that rhyme with dormer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dormer.
Questions about saying dormer
How do you pronounce dormer?
Say DOR-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈdɔrmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdɔːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dormer?
Dormer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DOR). Broken into parts: DOR · mer.
Is dormer 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 /ˈdɔːmə/ (DAW-muh).