How to pronounce mouthbrooder
Say it like MOWTH-broo-der. Mouthbrooder has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOWTH).
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- MOWTH
- broo
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mouthbrooder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MOWTHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- brooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of mouthbrooder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MOWTH-broo-duh.
What does mouthbrooder mean?
- Any animal that cares for its offspring, either eggs or juveniles, by holding them in its mouth for extended periods of time.
Where does mouthbrooder come from?
From mouth + brooder.
Questions about saying mouthbrooder
How do you pronounce mouthbrooder?
Say MOWTH-broo-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈmaʊθˌbrudɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmaʊθbruːdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mouthbrooder?
Mouthbrooder has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MOWTH). Broken into parts: MOWTH · broo · der.
Is mouthbrooder 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 /ˈmaʊθbruːdə/ (MOWTH-broo-duh).