How to pronounce nooner
Say it like NOO-ner. Nooner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO).
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- NOO
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nooner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of nooner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NOO-nuh.
What does nooner mean?
- A sexual encounter during lunch hour, especially one which is illicit.
Where does nooner come from?
From noon + -er.
Words that rhyme with nooner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of nooner.
Questions about saying nooner
How do you pronounce nooner?
Say NOO-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈnunɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnuːnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nooner?
Nooner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NOO). Broken into parts: NOO · ner.
Is nooner 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 /ˈnuːnə/ (NOO-nuh).