How to pronounce hinger
Say it like HIN-jer. Hinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN).
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- HIN
- jer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hinger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- jerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hinger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HIN-juh.
What does hinger mean?
- A hinged fastener.
Where does hinger come from?
From hinge + -er.
Words that rhyme with hinger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hinger.
Questions about saying hinger
How do you pronounce hinger?
Say HIN-jer. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪndʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhɪndʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hinger?
Hinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN). Broken into parts: HIN · jer.
Is hinger 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 /ˈhɪndʒə/ (HIN-juh).