How to pronounce miter
Say it like MY-ter. Miter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MY).
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- MY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Miter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of miter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: MY-tuh.
What does miter mean?
- Alternative form of mitre (“to unite at an angle of 45°”).
- Alternative form of mitre.
Words that rhyme with miter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of miter.
Words that sound like miter
Questions about saying miter
How do you pronounce miter?
Say MY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈmaɪtər/. In British English it is /ˈmaɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in miter?
Miter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MY). Broken into parts: MY · ter.
Is miter 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 /ˈmaɪtə/ (MY-tuh).
What words sound the same as miter?
Miter sounds the same as mitre in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.