How to pronounce dunker
Say it like DUHNG-ker. Dunker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHNG).
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- DUHNG
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Dunker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- DUHNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of dunker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: DUHNG-kuh.
What does dunker mean?
- Someone who dunks.
- A person tasked with performing or training others in slam dunks.
- A biscuit that is suitable for dunking in a cup of tea.
Where does dunker come from?
From dunk + -er (agent noun suffix) or + -er (patient suffix).
Words that rhyme with dunker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of dunker.
Questions about saying dunker
How do you pronounce dunker?
Say DUHNG-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʌŋkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʌŋkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in dunker?
Dunker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (DUHNG). Broken into parts: DUHNG · ker.
Is dunker 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 /ˈdʌŋkə/ (DUHNG-kuh).