How to pronounce jibber
Say it like JIB-er. Jibber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIB).
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US American/ˈdʒɪbər/JIB-er
UK British/ˈdʒɪbə/JIB-uh
- JIB
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Jibber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- JIBSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of jibber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: JIB-uh.
What does jibber mean?
noun
- A horse that jibs, i.e. refuses, stops short.
- Alternative form of gibber.
Where does jibber come from?
From jib + -er.
Questions about saying jibber
How do you pronounce jibber?
Say JIB-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈdʒɪbər/. In British English it is /ˈdʒɪbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in jibber?
Jibber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (JIB). Broken into parts: JIB · er.
Is jibber 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 /ˈdʒɪbə/ (JIB-uh).