How to pronounce liter
Say it like LEE-ter. Liter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE).
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- LEE
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Liter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of liter
- 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: LEE-tuh.
What does liter mean?
- Alternative form of litre, one cubic decimeter.
Where does liter come from?
From the Old French litron.
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Words that rhyme with liter
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Questions about saying liter
How do you pronounce liter?
Say LEE-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈlitɚ/. In British English it is /ˈliːtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in liter?
Liter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LEE). Broken into parts: LEE · ter.
Is liter 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 /ˈliːtə/ (LEE-tuh).
What words sound the same as liter?
Liter sounds the same as litre in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.