How to pronounce fencer
Say it like FEN-ser. Fencer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈfɛnsər/FEN-ser
UK British/ˈfɛnsə/FEN-suh
- FEN
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fencer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FENSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fencer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FEN-suh.
What does fencer mean?
noun
- A participant in the sport of fencing.
- A person who makes, installs, repairs, or maintains fences.
- A person who purchases stolen goods or property from another thief.
Where does fencer come from?
From fence + -er.
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Words that rhyme with fencer
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Questions about saying fencer
How do you pronounce fencer?
Say FEN-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɛnsər/. In British English it is /ˈfɛnsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fencer?
Fencer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FEN). Broken into parts: FEN · ser.
Is fencer 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 /ˈfɛnsə/ (FEN-suh).