How to pronounce feeder
Say it like FEE-der. Feeder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE).
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- FEE
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Feeder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of feeder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FEE-duh.
What does feeder mean?
- One who feeds, or gives food to another.
- The participant in feederism who feeds the other (the feedee).
- One who feeds, or takes in food.
Where does feeder come from?
From Middle English feedere, federe, fedare, equivalent to feed + -er.
Words that rhyme with feeder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of feeder.
Questions about saying feeder
How do you pronounce feeder?
Say FEE-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈfidɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfiːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in feeder?
Feeder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEE). Broken into parts: FEE · der.
Is feeder 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 /ˈfiːdə/ (FEE-duh).