How to pronounce hatter
Say it like HAT-er. Hatter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAT).
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- HAT
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hatter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HATSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hatter
- 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: HAT-uh.
What does hatter mean?
- A person who makes, sells, or repairs hats.
- A person who lives alone in the bush.
- A miner who works by himself.
- To tire or worry.
Where does hatter come from?
From Middle English hatter; equivalent to hat + -er.
Words that rhyme with hatter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hatter.
Questions about saying hatter
How do you pronounce hatter?
Say HAT-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhætɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhætə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hatter?
Hatter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HAT). Broken into parts: HAT · er.
Is hatter 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 /ˈhætə/ (HAT-uh).