How to pronounce duffer
Say it like DUHF-er. Duffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHF).
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- DUHF
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duffer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHFSay 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 duffer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHF-uh.
What does duffer mean?
- comparative form of duff: more duff How to pronounce duff
- An incompetent, indolent, or clumsy person.
- A player having little skill, especially a golfer who duffs.
- A cow that does not produce milk or produces substantially less than her peers do.
Where does duffer come from?
Cognate with duff, which see (origin is uncertain).
Words that rhyme with duffer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of duffer.
Questions about saying duffer
How do you pronounce duffer?
Say DUHF-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʌfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duffer?
Duffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHF). Broken into parts: DUHF · er.
Is duffer 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 /ˈdʌfə/ (DUHF-uh).