How to pronounce fiddler
Say it like FID-uh-ler. Fiddler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FID).
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- FID
- uh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fiddler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FIDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fiddler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FID-uh-luh.
What does fiddler mean?
- One who plays the fiddle.
- One who fiddles; a cheat.
- One who fiddles or tweaks.
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Questions about saying fiddler
How do you pronounce fiddler?
Say FID-uh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪdəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfɪdələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fiddler?
Fiddler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FID). Broken into parts: FID · uh · ler.
Is fiddler 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 /ˈfɪdələ/ (FID-uh-luh).