How to pronounce groundskeeper
Say it like GROWNDZ-kee-per. Groundskeeper has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GROWNDZ).
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- GROWNDZ
- kee
- per
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Groundskeeper pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GROWNDZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- keeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- perKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of groundskeeper
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GROWNDZ-kee-puh.
What does groundskeeper mean?
- Someone who takes care of the upkeep of grounds (gardens, a playing field, woodlands, etc.)
Where does groundskeeper come from?
From grounds + keeper.
Questions about saying groundskeeper
How do you pronounce groundskeeper?
Say GROWNDZ-kee-per. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡraʊndzˌkipɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡraʊndzˌkiːpə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in groundskeeper?
Groundskeeper has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GROWNDZ). Broken into parts: GROWNDZ · kee · per.
Is groundskeeper 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 /ˈɡraʊndzˌkiːpə/ (GROWNDZ-kee-puh).