How to pronounce molester
Say it like muh-LES-ter. Molester has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LES).
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- muh
- LES
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Molester pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of molester
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: muh-LES-tuh.
What does molester mean?
- One who molests.
Where does molester come from?
From molest + -er.
Words that rhyme with molester
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of molester.
Questions about saying molester
How do you pronounce molester?
Say muh-LES-ter. The American pronunciation is /məˈlɛstɚ/. In British English it is /məˈlɛstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in molester?
Molester has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (LES). Broken into parts: muh · LES · ter.
Is molester 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 /məˈlɛstə/ (muh-LES-tuh).