How to pronounce ender
Say it like EN-der. Ender has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EN).
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- EN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ender pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ender
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EN-duh.
What does ender mean?
- Something which ends another thing.
- A maneuver in which one uses the pressure of a wave to flip one's kayak end over end.
Where does ender come from?
From Middle English endere, ender; equivalent to end (verb) + -er (agent noun suffix).
Questions about saying ender
How do you pronounce ender?
Say EN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛndər/. In British English it is /ˈɛndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ender?
Ender has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EN). Broken into parts: EN · der.
Is ender 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 /ˈɛndə/ (EN-duh).