How to pronounce graver
Say it like GRAY-ver. Graver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY).
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- GRAY
- ver
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Graver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of graver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GRAY-vuh.
What does graver mean?
Where does graver come from?
From Middle English gravere, graver, gravoure, from Old English græfere, grafere (“graver; engraver; sculptor”), equivalent to grave (“to engrave”) + -er.
Words that rhyme with graver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of graver.
Questions about saying graver
How do you pronounce graver?
Say GRAY-ver. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡreɪvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡreɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in graver?
Graver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY). Broken into parts: GRAY · ver.
Is graver 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 /ˈɡreɪvə/ (GRAY-vuh).