How to pronounce jeweler
Say it like JOO-uh-ler. Jeweler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JOO).
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- JOO
- uh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jeweler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of jeweler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JOO-uh-luh.
What does jeweler mean?
- A person whose job is making, repairing or selling jewelry.
Where does jeweler come from?
From Middle English jueler, from Anglo-Norman jueler, or Old French juelier.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- jeweller
Questions about saying jeweler
How do you pronounce jeweler?
Say JOO-uh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒuəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈdʒuːələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jeweler?
Jeweler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JOO). Broken into parts: JOO · uh · ler.
Is jeweler 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 /ˈdʒuːələ/ (JOO-uh-luh).