How to pronounce hemmer
Say it like HEM-er. Hemmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEM).
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- HEM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hemmer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HEMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hemmer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HEM-uh.
What does hemmer mean?
- One who, or that which, hems.
- A device, attached to a sewing machine, that turns over the edge of a fabric before stitching it down.
- A tool for turning over the edge of sheet metal to make a hem.
Where does hemmer come from?
From hem + -er.
Words that rhyme with hemmer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hemmer.
Questions about saying hemmer
How do you pronounce hemmer?
Say HEM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɛmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhɛmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hemmer?
Hemmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HEM). Broken into parts: HEM · er.
Is hemmer 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 /ˈhɛmə/ (HEM-uh).