How to pronounce dubber
Say it like DUHB-er. Dubber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB).
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- DUHB
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dubber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dubber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHB-uh.
What does dubber mean?
- One who dubs, or gives a name.
- A person who records or adds a dubbed soundtrack to a film.
- A globular vessel or bottle of leather, used in India to hold ghee, oil, etc.
Where does dubber come from?
From dub + -er.
Words that rhyme with dubber
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dubber.
Questions about saying dubber
How do you pronounce dubber?
Say DUHB-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌbɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʌbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dubber?
Dubber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHB). Broken into parts: DUHB · er.
Is dubber 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 /ˈdʌbə/ (DUHB-uh).