How to pronounce filler
Say it like FIL-er. Filler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIL).
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- FIL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Filler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of filler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FIL-uh.
What does filler mean?
- One who fills.
- Something added to fill a space or add weight or size.
- Any semisolid substance used to fill gaps, cracks or pores.
Where does filler come from?
From fill + -er.
Words that rhyme with filler
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of filler.
Questions about saying filler
How do you pronounce filler?
Say FIL-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in filler?
Filler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIL). Broken into parts: FIL · er.
Is filler 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 /ˈfɪlə/ (FIL-uh).