How to pronounce flagger
Say it like FLAG-er. Flagger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAG).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈflæɡər/FLAG-er
UK British/ˈflæɡə/FLAG-uh
- FLAG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Flagger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FLAGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of flagger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FLAG-uh.
What does flagger mean?
noun
- One who uses a flag or signal, for example to direct traffic or to start a race.
Where does flagger come from?
From flag + -er.
Words that rhyme with flagger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of flagger.
Questions about saying flagger
How do you pronounce flagger?
Say FLAG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈflæɡər/. In British English it is /ˈflæɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in flagger?
Flagger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FLAG). Broken into parts: FLAG · er.
Is flagger 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 /ˈflæɡə/ (FLAG-uh).