How to pronounce inker
Say it like ING-ker. Inker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ING).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈɪŋkɚ/ING-ker
UK British/ˈɪŋkə/ING-kuh
- ING
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Inker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of inker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ING-kuh.
What does inker mean?
noun
- A person or device that applies ink.
- In comic book production, a person who outlines and otherwise embellishes the artwork of a penciler in preparation for publishing.
- A tattoo artist.
Where does inker come from?
From ink + -er.
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Questions about saying inker
How do you pronounce inker?
Say ING-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪŋkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɪŋkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in inker?
Inker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ING). Broken into parts: ING · ker.
Is inker 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 /ˈɪŋkə/ (ING-kuh).