How to pronounce mannered
Say it like MAN-erd. Mannered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN).
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- MAN
- erd
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mannered pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erdKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of mannered
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAN-ud.
What does mannered mean?
- Having manners or (often excessive) mannerisms.“His upbringing had led him to act in an overly mannered way.”
Where does mannered come from?
From Middle English manered; equivalent to manner + -ed.
Questions about saying mannered
How do you pronounce mannered?
Say MAN-erd. The American pronunciation is /ˈmænɚd/. In British English it is /ˈmænəd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mannered?
Mannered has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAN). Broken into parts: MAN · erd.
Is mannered 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 /ˈmænəd/ (MAN-ud).