How to pronounce jaeger
Say it like YAY-gher. Jaeger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAY).
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- YAY
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jaeger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of jaeger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: YAY-guh.
What does jaeger mean?
- Any of three seabirds in the skua genus Stercorarius.
- A hunter or hunter's attendant.
- A sharpshooter, a rifleman, light infantry.
Where does jaeger come from?
A borrowing from German Jäger (“hunter”).
Questions about saying jaeger
How do you pronounce jaeger?
Say YAY-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈjeɪɡər/. In British English it is /ˈjeɪɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jaeger?
Jaeger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAY). Broken into parts: YAY · gher.
Is jaeger 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 /ˈjeɪɡə/ (YAY-guh).