How to pronounce metier
Say it like MET-yer. Metier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET).
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- MET
- yer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Metier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- METSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- yerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of metier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MET-yuh.
What does metier mean?
- Alternative spelling of métier.
Where does metier come from?
From French métier.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying metier
How do you pronounce metier?
Say MET-yer. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɛtjɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmɛtjə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in metier?
Metier has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MET). Broken into parts: MET · yer.
Is metier 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 /ˈmɛtjə/ (MET-yuh).