How to pronounce hugger
Say it like HUHG-er. Hugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHG).
Click the play button next to American or British to hear how to pronounce hugger. Choose Slow to hear each sound clearly.
- HUHG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Hugger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHGSay 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 hugger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHG-uh.
What does hugger mean?
- One who hugs or embraces.
- A ceiling fan whose blades are close to the ceiling.
Where does hugger come from?
From hug + -er.
Words that rhyme with hugger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of hugger.
Questions about saying hugger
How do you pronounce hugger?
Say HUHG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in hugger?
Hugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHG). Broken into parts: HUHG · er.
Is hugger 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 /ˈhʌɡə/ (HUHG-uh).