How to pronounce eger
Say it like EE-gher. Eger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE).
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- EE
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Eger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of eger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EE-guh.
What does eger mean?
- Alternative spelling of eagre.
Words that rhyme with eger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of eger.
Words that sound like eger
Questions about saying eger
How do you pronounce eger?
Say EE-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈiɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈiːɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in eger?
Eger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EE). Broken into parts: EE · gher.
Is eger 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 /ˈiːɡə/ (EE-guh).
What words sound the same as eger?
Eger sounds the same as eager in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.