How to pronounce Oder
Say it like OH-der. Oder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH).
- OH
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Oder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of Oder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: OH-der.
What does Oder mean?
- A river in central Europe, that flows from the Czech Republic through Poland and Germany to the Baltic Sea.
Where does Oder come from?
From German Oder.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- oder river
Words that rhyme with Oder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of Oder.
Words that sound like Oder
Questions about saying Oder
How do you pronounce Oder?
Say OH-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈoʊdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈoʊdɚ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Oder?
Oder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OH). Broken into parts: OH · der.
Is Oder 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 /ˈoʊdɚ/ (OH-der).
What words sound the same as Oder?
Oder sounds the same as odor, odour in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.