How to pronounce fatter
Say it like FAT-er. Fatter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAT).
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- FAT
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fatter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fatter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: FAT-uh.
What does fatter mean?
- comparative form of fat: more fat How to pronounce fat
Words that rhyme with fatter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fatter.
Questions about saying fatter
How do you pronounce fatter?
Say FAT-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈfætɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfætə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fatter?
Fatter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FAT). Broken into parts: FAT · er.
Is fatter 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 /ˈfætə/ (FAT-uh).