How to pronounce fundraiser
Say it like FUHN-dray-zer. Fundraiser has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHN).
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- FUHN
- dray
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fundraiser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- drayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of fundraiser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FUHN-dray-zuh.
What does fundraiser mean?
- someone who solicits financial contributions
- a social function that is held for the purpose of raising money
Where does fundraiser come from?
From fund + raiser.
Questions about saying fundraiser
How do you pronounce fundraiser?
Say FUHN-dray-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌnˌdreɪzɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfʌndreɪzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fundraiser?
Fundraiser has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHN). Broken into parts: FUHN · dray · zer.
Is fundraiser 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 /ˈfʌndreɪzə/ (FUHN-dray-zuh).