How to pronounce laborer
Say it like LAY-ber-rer. Laborer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY).
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- LAY
- ber
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Laborer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- berKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- rerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of laborer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAY-buh-ruh.
What does laborer mean?
- One who labors.
- One who uses bodily strength rather than intellect to earn a wage, usually hourly.
Where does laborer come from?
From labor + -er.
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Questions about saying laborer
How do you pronounce laborer?
Say LAY-ber-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈleɪbɚrɚ/. In British English it is /ˈleɪbərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in laborer?
Laborer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAY). Broken into parts: LAY · ber · rer.
Is laborer 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 /ˈleɪbərə/ (LAY-buh-ruh).