How to pronounce gadder
Say it like GAD-er. Gadder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAD).
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US American/ˈɡædər/GAD-er
UK British/ˈɡædə/GAD-uh
- GAD
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gadder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GADSay 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 gadder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GAD-uh.
What does gadder mean?
noun
- One who roves about idly, a rambling gossip.
Where does gadder come from?
From gad (“gallivant”) + -er.
Questions about saying gadder
How do you pronounce gadder?
Say GAD-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡædər/. In British English it is /ˈɡædə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gadder?
Gadder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GAD). Broken into parts: GAD · er.
Is gadder 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 /ˈɡædə/ (GAD-uh).