How to pronounce lauter
Say it like LOW-ter. Lauter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOW).
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- LOW
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lauter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lauter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: LOW-tuh.
What does lauter mean?
- Clear.
- To subject to lautering.
Where does lauter come from?
From German lauter (“pure, clear”, adjective).
Words that rhyme with lauter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lauter.
Questions about saying lauter
How do you pronounce lauter?
Say LOW-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈlaʊtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlaʊtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lauter?
Lauter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOW). Broken into parts: LOW · ter.
Is lauter 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 /ˈlaʊtə/ (LOW-tuh).