How to pronounce luger
Say it like LOO-gher. Luger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO).
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- LOO
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Luger 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.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of luger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: LOO-zhuh.
What does luger mean?
- Someone who competes in the luge.
Where does luger come from?
From luge + -er.
Words that rhyme with luger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of luger.
Questions about saying luger
How do you pronounce luger?
Say LOO-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈluɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈluːʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in luger?
Luger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (LOO). Broken into parts: LOO · gher.
Is luger 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 /ˈluːʒə/ (LOO-zhuh).