How to pronounce ganger
Say it like GANG-er. Ganger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GANG).
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- GANG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ganger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GANGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of ganger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GANG-uh.
What does ganger mean?
- One who or that which walks or goes; a goer; a walker.
- A horse that goes quickly.
- One who oversees a gang of workmen.
Where does ganger come from?
From Middle English ganger, from Old English gangere (“a ganger, footman”), equivalent to gang + -er.
Words that rhyme with ganger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ganger.
Questions about saying ganger
How do you pronounce ganger?
Say GANG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡæŋɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡæŋə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ganger?
Ganger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GANG). Broken into parts: GANG · er.
Is ganger 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 /ˈɡæŋə/ (GANG-uh).