How to pronounce huffer
Say it like HUHF-er. Huffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHF).
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- HUHF
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Huffer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of huffer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHF-uh.
What does huffer mean?
- A drug addict who gets a high by inhaling or sniffing (huffing) intoxicating fumes, as in glue or aerosols.
- One who huffs.
Where does huffer come from?
From huff + -er.
Words that rhyme with huffer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of huffer.
Questions about saying huffer
How do you pronounce huffer?
Say HUHF-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in huffer?
Huffer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHF). Broken into parts: HUHF · er.
Is huffer 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 /ˈhʌfə/ (HUHF-uh).