How to pronounce lister
Say it like LIS-ter. Lister has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIS).
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- LIS
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lister pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lister
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LIS-tuh.
What does lister mean?
- Alternative form of leister (“fish spear”).
- One who, or that which, lists or produces a listing.
- A person or organization that creates or maintains lists.
- A birdwatcher who keeps track of birds using different checklists.
- A double-moldboard plow that throws a deep furrow and at the same time plants and covers grain in the bottom of the furrow.
Words that rhyme with lister
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lister.
Questions about saying lister
How do you pronounce lister?
Say LIS-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈlɪstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlɪstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lister?
Lister has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LIS). Broken into parts: LIS · ter.
Is lister 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 /ˈlɪstə/ (LIS-tuh).