How to pronounce mer
Say it like MAIR. Mer is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- MAIR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of mer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MAIR.
Other ways to say mer
Mer also has this pronunciation, usually with a different meaning or use:
- MUR /mɝ/
What does mer mean?
- A repeat unit: a structural unit which through repetition forms a polymer.
- merpeople
Where does mer come from?
Clipping of polymer.
Words that rhyme with mer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of mer.
Words that sound like mer
Questions about saying mer
How do you pronounce mer?
Say MAIR. The American pronunciation is /mɛr/. In British English it is /mɛə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mer?
Mer is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: MAIR.
Is mer 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 /mɛə/ (MAIR).
What words sound the same as mer?
Mer sounds the same as mare in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.