How to pronounce moaner
Say it like MOH-ner. Moaner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH).
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- MOH
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Moaner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of moaner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: MOH-nuh.
What does moaner mean?
- One who makes a moaning sound.
Where does moaner come from?
From moan + -er.
Words that rhyme with moaner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of moaner.
Questions about saying moaner
How do you pronounce moaner?
Say MOH-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈmoʊnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈməʊnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in moaner?
Moaner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOH). Broken into parts: MOH · ner.
Is moaner 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 /ˈməʊnə/ (MOH-nuh).