How to pronounce orator
Say it like OR-uh-ter. Orator has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- uh
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Orator pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of orator
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: OR-uh-tuh.
What does orator mean?
- Someone who orates or delivers an oration.
- A skilled and eloquent public speaker.
Where does orator come from?
From Middle English oratour, from Anglo-Norman oratour, from Latin ōrātor.
Questions about saying orator
How do you pronounce orator?
Say OR-uh-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrətɚ/. In British English it is /ˈɒrətə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in orator?
Orator has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · uh · ter.
Is orator 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 /ˈɒrətə/ (OR-uh-tuh).