How to pronounce fuhrer
Say it like FUUR-er. Fuhrer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUUR).
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- FUUR
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fuhrer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fuhrer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FUUR-uh.
What does fuhrer mean?
- Alternative spelling of Führer.
Words that rhyme with fuhrer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of fuhrer.
Questions about saying fuhrer
How do you pronounce fuhrer?
Say FUUR-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʊrɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfʊrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fuhrer?
Fuhrer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUUR). Broken into parts: FUUR · er.
Is fuhrer 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 /ˈfʊrə/ (FUUR-uh).