How to pronounce kinder
Say it like KYNE-der. Kinder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYNE).
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- KYNE
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kinder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KYNESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of kinder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KYNE-duh.
What does kinder mean?
- comparative form of kind: more kind How to pronounce kind“My aunt has been kinder to me since my father died.”
- Alternative form of kinda.
- Children.
Where does kinder come from?
From kind + -er.
Words that rhyme with kinder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kinder.
Questions about saying kinder
How do you pronounce kinder?
Say KYNE-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈkaɪndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkaɪndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kinder?
Kinder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KYNE). Broken into parts: KYNE · der.
Is kinder 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 /ˈkaɪndə/ (KYNE-duh).