How to pronounce manger
Say it like MAYN-jer. Manger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYN).
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- MAYN
- jer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Manger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- jerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of manger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAYN-juh.
What does manger mean?
- A trough in a stable or barn for animals to eat from.
- A section of a bow of a ship partitioned from the hawsehole to keep water out.
Where does manger come from?
Cognate with Galician manxadoira, Italian mangiatoia, Occitan manjadoira, French mangeoire.
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Words that rhyme with manger
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Questions about saying manger
How do you pronounce manger?
Say MAYN-jer. The American pronunciation is /ˈmeɪndʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmeɪndʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in manger?
Manger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAYN). Broken into parts: MAYN · jer.
Is manger 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 /ˈmeɪndʒə/ (MAYN-juh).