How to pronounce gibber
Say it like JIB-er. Gibber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIB).
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- JIB
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gibber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JIBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of gibber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JIB-uh.
What does gibber mean?
- Gibberish, unintelligible speech.
- To jabber, talk rapidly and unintelligibly or incoherently.
- A stone or rock, of chalcedony or similar mineral, found strewn over arid regions of inland Australia; a gibber stone.
- Any small rock or stone, especially one used for throwing.
Where does gibber come from?
Uncertain; usually regarded as a back-formation from gibberish (see gibberish for more).
Questions about saying gibber
How do you pronounce gibber?
Say JIB-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɪbər/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gibber?
Gibber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIB). Broken into parts: JIB · er.
Is gibber 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 /ˈdʒɪbə/ (JIB-uh).