How to pronounce messer
Say it like MES-er. Messer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MES).
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- MES
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Messer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of messer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MES-uh.
What does messer mean?
- Someone or something who messes.
- A single-edged sword with a knife-like hilt.
Where does messer come from?
From mess + -er.
Words that rhyme with messer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of messer.
Questions about saying messer
How do you pronounce messer?
Say MES-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɛsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in messer?
Messer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MES). Broken into parts: MES · er.
Is messer 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 /ˈmɛsə/ (MES-uh).