How to pronounce explainer
Say it like ik-SPLAY-ner. Explainer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPLAY).
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- ik
- SPLAY
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Explainer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ikKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SPLAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of explainer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ik-SPLAY-nuh.
What does explainer mean?
- Agent noun of explain; one who explains. How to pronounce explain
- A guide that explains a topic.“Confused by the Olympics? Here's a video explainer.”
Where does explainer come from?
From explain + -er.
Questions about saying explainer
How do you pronounce explainer?
Say ik-SPLAY-ner. The American pronunciation is /ɪkˈspleɪnər/. In British English it is /ɪkˈspleɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in explainer?
Explainer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SPLAY). Broken into parts: ik · SPLAY · ner.
Is explainer 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 /ɪkˈspleɪnə/ (ik-SPLAY-nuh).