How to pronounce mucker
Say it like MUHK-er. Mucker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHK).
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US American/ˈmʌkər/MUHK-er
UK British/ˈmʌkə/MUHK-uh
- MUHK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Mucker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of mucker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHK-uh.
What does mucker mean?
noun
- A person who removes muck (waste, debris, broken rock, etc.), especially from a mine, construction site, or stable.
- A comrade; a friendly, low-ranking soldier in the same situation.“Go and talk to your mucker!”
- Friend, acquaintance.“Fancy a pint, me old mucker?”
Questions about saying mucker
How do you pronounce mucker?
Say MUHK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌkər/. In British English it is /ˈmʌkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in mucker?
Mucker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHK). Broken into parts: MUHK · er.
Is mucker 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 /ˈmʌkə/ (MUHK-uh).