How to pronounce drainer
Say it like DRAY-ner. Drainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAY).
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- DRAY
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Drainer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of drainer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DRAY-nuh.
What does drainer mean?
- That which drains.
- A frame or rack for allowing washed crockery etc to dry naturally.
- A perforated rack on which washed dishes, etc. may be placed in order to dry.
- A person who explores drains, tunnels, or sewers.
- Alternative spelling of Drainer
Where does drainer come from?
From drain (verb) + -er.
Words that rhyme with drainer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of drainer.
Questions about saying drainer
How do you pronounce drainer?
Say DRAY-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈdreɪnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdreɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in drainer?
Drainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRAY). Broken into parts: DRAY · ner.
Is drainer 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 /ˈdreɪnə/ (DRAY-nuh).