How to pronounce ker
Say it like KUR. Ker is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KUR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of ker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KUR.
What does ker mean?
- A chief of the Luo people.
Where does ker come from?
Of Luo origin.
Words that rhyme with ker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ker.
Words that sound like ker
Questions about saying ker
How do you pronounce ker?
Say KUR. The American pronunciation is /kɝ/. In British English it is /kɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ker?
Ker is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KUR.
Is ker 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 /kɜː/ (KUR).
What words sound the same as ker?
Ker sounds the same as cur in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.