How to pronounce maunder
Say it like MAWN-der. Maunder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAWN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈmɔndɚ/MAWN-der
UK British/ˈmɔːndə/MAWN-duh
- MAWN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Maunder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of maunder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAWN-duh.
What does maunder mean?
verb
- To speak in a disorganized or desultory manner; to babble or prattle.
- To wander or walk aimlessly.
Where does maunder come from?
From earlier maund (“to beg”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with maunder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of maunder.
Questions about saying maunder
How do you pronounce maunder?
Say MAWN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɔndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɔːndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in maunder?
Maunder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAWN). Broken into parts: MAWN · der.
Is maunder 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 /ˈmɔːndə/ (MAWN-duh).