How to pronounce oncer
Say it like WUHN-ser. Oncer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHN).
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- WUHN
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Oncer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of oncer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUHN-suh.
What does oncer mean?
- A person who does something once.
- A single sexual encounter between two individuals, a one-night stand.
- A person with whom one shares a single sexual encounter, a one-night stand.
Where does oncer come from?
From once + -er (relational suffix) or + -er (occupational suffix).
Questions about saying oncer
How do you pronounce oncer?
Say WUHN-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈwʌnsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwʌnsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in oncer?
Oncer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUHN). Broken into parts: WUHN · ser.
Is oncer 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 /ˈwʌnsə/ (WUHN-suh).