How to pronounce gunner
Say it like GUHN-er. Gunner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN).
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- GUHN
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Gunner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- GUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of gunner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: GUHN-uh.
What does gunner mean?
- An artillery soldier, especially one who holds private rank.
- A person who operates a gun.
- A riveter; someone who operates a rivet gun.
- The person designated to pour drinks in a drinking session.
Where does gunner come from?
From Middle English gonner; equivalent to gun + -er.
Words that rhyme with gunner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of gunner.
Questions about saying gunner
How do you pronounce gunner?
Say GUHN-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈɡʌnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɡʌnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in gunner?
Gunner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (GUHN). Broken into parts: GUHN · er.
Is gunner 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 /ˈɡʌnə/ (GUHN-uh).