How to pronounce lager
Say it like LAH-gher. Lager has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAH).
- LAH
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lager pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LAHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lager
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LAH-guh.
What does lager mean?
- A type of beer, brewed using a bottom-fermenting yeast.
- To store (lager beer) at a low temperature for maturing and clarification.
- Alternative spelling of laager.
Where does lager come from?
From German Lagerbier (“beer made for storing”), from Lager (“store”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- laager
- lager beer
Words that rhyme with lager
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lager.
Words that sound like lager
Questions about saying lager
How do you pronounce lager?
Say LAH-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɑɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlɑːɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lager?
Lager has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LAH). Broken into parts: LAH · gher.
Is lager 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 /ˈlɑːɡə/ (LAH-guh).
What words sound the same as lager?
Lager sounds the same as logger in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.