How to pronounce hinter
Say it like HIN-ter. Hinter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN).
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- HIN
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hinter 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of hinter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HIN-tuh.
What does hinter mean?
- Agent noun of hint: someone who hints. How to pronounce hint
Where does hinter come from?
From hint + -er.
Words that rhyme with hinter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hinter.
Questions about saying hinter
How do you pronounce hinter?
Say HIN-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈhɪntɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhɪntə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hinter?
Hinter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HIN). Broken into parts: HIN · ter.
Is hinter 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 /ˈhɪntə/ (HIN-tuh).