How to pronounce outfitter
Say it like OWT-fit-er. Outfitter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- fit
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outfitter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- OWTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- fitGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of outfitter
- 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: OWT-fit-uh.
What does outfitter mean?
- A person or shop that sells specialized clothes and equipment.“Before his first walking holiday, he went to a specialist outfitter to buy some boots.”
- A business that provides services for outdoor activities including accommodations.
Where does outfitter come from?
From outfit + -er.
Questions about saying outfitter
How do you pronounce outfitter?
Say OWT-fit-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtˌfɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtˌfɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outfitter?
Outfitter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · fit · er.
Is outfitter 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 /ˈaʊtˌfɪtə/ (OWT-fit-uh).