How to pronounce outlier
Say it like OWT-ly-er. Outlier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT).
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- OWT
- ly
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Outlier 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.
- lyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of outlier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: OWT-ly-uh.
What does outlier mean?
- A person or thing situated away from the main body or outside its proper place.
- An exception.
- A part of a formation separated from the rest of the formation by erosion.
Where does outlier come from?
From outlie + -er.
Questions about saying outlier
How do you pronounce outlier?
Say OWT-ly-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈaʊtlaɪɚ/. In British English it is /ˈaʊtlaɪə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in outlier?
Outlier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OWT). Broken into parts: OWT · ly · er.
Is outlier 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 /ˈaʊtlaɪə/ (OWT-ly-uh).