How to pronounce edger
Say it like EJ-er. Edger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EJ).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛdʒɚ/EJ-er
UK British/ˈɛdʒə/EJ-uh
- EJ
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Edger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EJSay 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 edger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EJ-uh.
What does edger mean?
noun
- A tool that is used to trim the edges of a lawn.
- A woodworking tool for straightening the edges of wood and cutting it into boards.
- One who practises the sexual technique of edging.
Where does edger come from?
From edge + -er.
Words that rhyme with edger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of edger.
Questions about saying edger
How do you pronounce edger?
Say EJ-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛdʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɛdʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in edger?
Edger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EJ). Broken into parts: EJ · er.
Is edger 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 /ˈɛdʒə/ (EJ-uh).