How to pronounce grizzler
Say it like GRIZ-ler. Grizzler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRIZ).
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- GRIZ
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Grizzler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GRIZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of grizzler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GRIZ-luh.
What does grizzler mean?
- One who grizzles.
Where does grizzler come from?
From grizzle + -er.
Questions about saying grizzler
How do you pronounce grizzler?
Say GRIZ-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡrɪzlər/. In British English it is /ˈɡrɪzlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in grizzler?
Grizzler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GRIZ). Broken into parts: GRIZ · ler.
Is grizzler 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 /ˈɡrɪzlə/ (GRIZ-luh).