How to pronounce greater
Say it like GRAY-ter. Greater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY).
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- GRAY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Greater 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of greater
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: GRAY-tuh.
What does greater mean?
- greater in size or importance or degree“for the greater good of the community”“the greater Antilles”
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Words that rhyme with greater
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Words that sound like greater
Questions about saying greater
How do you pronounce greater?
Say GRAY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡreɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡreɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in greater?
Greater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRAY). Broken into parts: GRAY · ter.
Is greater 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 /ˈɡreɪtə/ (GRAY-tuh).
What words sound the same as greater?
Greater sounds the same as grater in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.