How to pronounce gritter
Say it like GRIT-er. Gritter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRIT).
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- GRIT
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gritter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of gritter
- 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: GRIT-uh.
What does gritter mean?
- One who grits anything.
- A vehicle that applies grit to icy roads to improve traction.
Where does gritter come from?
From grit + -er.
Words that rhyme with gritter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gritter.
Questions about saying gritter
How do you pronounce gritter?
Say GRIT-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡrɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gritter?
Gritter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRIT). Broken into parts: GRIT · er.
Is gritter 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 /ˈɡrɪtə/ (GRIT-uh).