How to pronounce loser
Say it like LOO-zer. Loser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Loser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of loser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LOO-zuh.
What does loser mean?
- a contestant who loses the contest
- a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently
- a gambler who loses a bet
Where does loser come from?
From Middle English loser, losere, equivalent to lose + -er.
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Words that rhyme with loser
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Questions about saying loser
How do you pronounce loser?
Say LOO-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈluzɚ/. In British English it is /ˈluːzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in loser?
Loser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · zer.
Is loser 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 /ˈluːzə/ (LOO-zuh).