How to pronounce lasher
Say it like LASH-er. Lasher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LASH).
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- LASH
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lasher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LASHSay 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 lasher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LASH-uh.
What does lasher mean?
- One who whips or lashes.
- A piece of rope for binding or making fast one thing to another.
- A weir in a river.
Where does lasher come from?
From lash + -er.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with lasher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lasher.
Questions about saying lasher
How do you pronounce lasher?
Say LASH-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlæʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlæʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lasher?
Lasher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LASH). Broken into parts: LASH · er.
Is lasher 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 /ˈlæʃə/ (LASH-uh).