How to pronounce handstander
Say it like HAND-stan-der. Handstander has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAND).
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- HAND
- stan
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Handstander pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HANDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- stanGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of handstander
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HAND-stan-duh.
What does handstander mean?
- One who handstands.
Where does handstander come from?
From hand + stander.
Questions about saying handstander
How do you pronounce handstander?
Say HAND-stan-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈhændˌstændɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhændˌstændə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in handstander?
Handstander has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAND). Broken into parts: HAND · stan · der.
Is handstander 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 /ˈhændˌstændə/ (HAND-stan-duh).