How to pronounce knacker
Say it like NAK-er. Knacker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAK).
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- NAK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Knacker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NAKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of knacker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NAK-uh.
What does knacker mean?
- One who makes knickknacks, toys, etc.
- One of two or more pieces of bone or wood held loosely between the fingers, and struck together by moving the hand.
- One who slaughters and (especially) renders worn-out livestock (especially horses) and sells their flesh, bones and hides.
- To tire out, exhaust; to beat up and use up (something), leaving it worn out and damaged.“Carrying that giant statue up those stairs completely knackered me.”
- To reprimand.
Where does knacker come from?
From Old Norse hnak (“saddle”) (whence Icelandic hnakkur (“saddle”)).
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Words that rhyme with knacker
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Questions about saying knacker
How do you pronounce knacker?
Say NAK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈnækɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnækə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in knacker?
Knacker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NAK). Broken into parts: NAK · er.
Is knacker 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 /ˈnækə/ (NAK-uh).