How to pronounce muffler
Say it like MUHF-ler. Muffler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHF).
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- MUHF
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Muffler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MUHFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of muffler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: MUHF-luh.
What does muffler mean?
- A part of the exhaust pipe of a car that dampens the noise the engine produces.
- An accessory for a firearm that lessens the noise at the muzzle.
- A type of scarf.
Where does muffler come from?
From muffle + -er.
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Questions about saying muffler
How do you pronounce muffler?
Say MUHF-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈmʌflɚ/. In British English it is /ˈmʌflə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in muffler?
Muffler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MUHF). Broken into parts: MUHF · ler.
Is muffler 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 /ˈmʌflə/ (MUHF-luh).