How to pronounce dragster
Say it like DRAG-ster. Dragster has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAG).
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- DRAG
- ster
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dragster pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRAGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- sterKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dragster
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DRAG-stuh.
What does dragster mean?
- A heavily modified or custom-built vehicle used in drag racing.
- One who takes part in drag racing.
- A drag queen.
Where does dragster come from?
Derived from drag + -ster.
Questions about saying dragster
How do you pronounce dragster?
Say DRAG-ster. The American pronunciation is /ˈdræɡstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdræɡstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dragster?
Dragster has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAG). Broken into parts: DRAG · ster.
Is dragster 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 /ˈdræɡstə/ (DRAG-stuh).