How to pronounce drifter
Say it like DRIF-ter. Drifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRIF).
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- DRIF
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Drifter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DRIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of drifter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DRIF-tuh.
What does drifter mean?
- A type of lightweight sail used in light winds like a spinnaker.
- A driver who uses driving techniques to modify vehicle traction to cause a vehicle to slide or power slide rather than drive in line with the tires.
- A parachutist who jumps before the rest of the group to determine wind direction.
- One who takes part in drift fishing.
- A boat used for drift fishing.
Where does drifter come from?
From drift (verb) + -er.
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Words that rhyme with drifter
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Questions about saying drifter
How do you pronounce drifter?
Say DRIF-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈdrɪftɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdrɪftə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in drifter?
Drifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DRIF). Broken into parts: DRIF · ter.
Is drifter 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 /ˈdrɪftə/ (DRIF-tuh).