How to pronounce ewer
Say it like YOO-er. Ewer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO).
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- YOO
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ewer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ewer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: YOO-uh.
What does ewer mean?
- A kind of widemouthed pitcher or jug with a shape like a vase and a handle, and originally used for carrying water.
Where does ewer come from?
From Middle English ewer, from Anglo-Norman or Old French ewer, eawer (modern French évier), from Latin aquārium, from aqua (“water”).
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Words that rhyme with ewer
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Questions about saying ewer
How do you pronounce ewer?
Say YOO-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈjuɚ/. In British English it is /ˈjuːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ewer?
Ewer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YOO). Broken into parts: YOO · er.
Is ewer 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 /ˈjuːə/ (YOO-uh).