How to pronounce electioneer
Say it like ih-lek-shuh-NEER. Electioneer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NEER).
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- ih
- lek
- shuh
- NEER
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Electioneer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of electioneer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ih-lek-shuh-NEER.
What does electioneer mean?
- To campaign for an elective office, on one's own behalf, or on behalf of another, particularly by direct contact.
Where does electioneer come from?
From election + -eer.
Words that rhyme with electioneer
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Questions about saying electioneer
How do you pronounce electioneer?
Say ih-lek-shuh-NEER. The American pronunciation is /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪr/. In British English it is /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in electioneer?
Electioneer has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (NEER). Broken into parts: ih · lek · shuh · NEER.
Is electioneer 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 /ɪˌlɛkʃəˈnɪə/ (ih-lek-shuh-NEER).