How to pronounce dresser
Say it like DRES-er. Dresser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRES).
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- DRES
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dresser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dresser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DRES-uh.
What does dresser mean?
- An item of kitchen furniture, like a cabinet with shelves, for storing crockery or utensils.
- An item of bedroom furniture, like a low chest of drawers (bureau), often with a mirror.
- One who dresses in a particular way.“He's a very snappy dresser.”
- A wardrobe assistant (who helps actors put on their costume).
- A servant to royalty etc. who helps them with tasks such as dressing.
Where does dresser come from?
From Middle English dressure, dressor, dressour, a borrowing from Old French drecëur, drecëure, from the verb dresser.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with dresser
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dresser.
Questions about saying dresser
How do you pronounce dresser?
Say DRES-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdrɛsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdrɛsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dresser?
Dresser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRES). Broken into parts: DRES · er.
Is dresser 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 /ˈdrɛsə/ (DRES-uh).