How to pronounce lover
Say it like LUHV-er. Lover has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV).
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- LUHV
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Lover pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- LUHVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of lover
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LUHV-uh.
What does lover mean?
- a person who loves someone or is loved by someone
- an ardent follower and admirer
- a significant other to whom you are not related by marriage
Where does lover come from?
From Middle English lovere, luffer, lufere, equivalent to love + -er.
Words that rhyme with lover
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of lover.
Questions about saying lover
How do you pronounce lover?
Say LUHV-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈlʌvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈlʌvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in lover?
Lover has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LUHV). Broken into parts: LUHV · er.
Is lover 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 /ˈlʌvə/ (LUHV-uh).