How to pronounce husker
Say it like HUHS-ker. Husker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHS).
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- HUHS
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Husker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- HUHSSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of husker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: HUHS-kuh.
What does husker mean?
- One who husks (as one who removes the husks, leaves, from ears of corn).
- A fan or supporter of the Nebraska Cornhuskers, the sports teams of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Where does husker come from?
From husk + -er.
Words that rhyme with husker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of husker.
Questions about saying husker
How do you pronounce husker?
Say HUHS-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈhʌskɚ/. In British English it is /ˈhʌskə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in husker?
Husker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (HUHS). Broken into parts: HUHS · ker.
Is husker 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 /ˈhʌskə/ (HUHS-kuh).