How to pronounce nutcracker
Say it like NUHT-krak-er. Nutcracker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHT).
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- NUHT
- krak
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Nutcracker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- NUHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- krakGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of nutcracker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: NUHT-krak-uh.
What does nutcracker mean?
- An implement for cracking nuts.
- Any bird of the genus Nucifraga in the crow family.
- A bootleg mixed drink made from a blend of alcohols and fruit juices.
Where does nutcracker come from?
From nut + cracker.
Questions about saying nutcracker
How do you pronounce nutcracker?
Say NUHT-krak-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈnʌtˌkrækɚ/. In British English it is /ˈnʌtˌkrækə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in nutcracker?
Nutcracker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (NUHT). Broken into parts: NUHT · krak · er.
Is nutcracker 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 /ˈnʌtˌkrækə/ (NUHT-krak-uh).