How to pronounce necker
Say it like NEK-er. Necker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK).
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- NEK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Necker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NEKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of necker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NEK-uh.
What does necker mean?
- Someone who kisses primarily in the neck; a neck kisser.
- Someone or something with a certain type of neck.
- A scarf that is worn looped or tied around the neck.
Where does necker come from?
From neck + -er, from the verb.
Words that rhyme with necker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of necker.
Questions about saying necker
How do you pronounce necker?
Say NEK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈnɛkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnɛkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in necker?
Necker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NEK). Broken into parts: NEK · er.
Is necker 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 /ˈnɛkə/ (NEK-uh).