How to pronounce oiler
Say it like OY-ler. Oiler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OY).
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- OY
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Oiler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oy" in boy.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of oiler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: OY-luh.
What does oiler mean?
- An assistant in the engine room of a ship, senior only to a wiper, mainly responsible for keeping machinery lubricated.
- Any of various automatic devices for oiling pneumatic tools or other tools.
- An oil tanker.
Where does oiler come from?
From Middle English oyler, equivalent to oil + -er.
Questions about saying oiler
How do you pronounce oiler?
Say OY-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɔɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in oiler?
Oiler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OY). Broken into parts: OY · ler.
Is oiler 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 /ˈɔɪlə/ (OY-luh).