How to pronounce extender
Say it like EK-sten-der. Extender has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɛkˌstɛndɚ/EK-sten-der
UK British/ˈɛkˌstɛndə/EK-sten-duh
- EK
- sten
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Extender pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- stenGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of extender
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: EK-sten-duh.
What does extender mean?
noun
- One who extends.
- Any of various substances designed to extend any of several properties of a material.
- Any of various components designed to extend the length of a device.
Where does extender come from?
From extend + -er.
Questions about saying extender
How do you pronounce extender?
Say EK-sten-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛkˌstɛndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɛkˌstɛndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in extender?
Extender has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EK). Broken into parts: EK · sten · der.
Is extender 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 /ˈɛkˌstɛndə/ (EK-sten-duh).