How to pronounce finder
Say it like FYNE-der. Finder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FYNE).
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- FYNE
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Finder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FYNESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of finder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FYNE-duh.
What does finder mean?
- One who finds or discovers something; a discoverer.“Finders keepers, losers weepers.”
- A device, such as a viewfinder, used to locate a target or other object of interest.
Where does finder come from?
From Middle English findere.
Words that rhyme with finder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of finder.
Questions about saying finder
How do you pronounce finder?
Say FYNE-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈfaɪndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfaɪndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in finder?
Finder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FYNE). Broken into parts: FYNE · der.
Is finder 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 /ˈfaɪndə/ (FYNE-duh).