How to pronounce parenter
Say it like PER-un-ter. Parenter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER).
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- PER
- un
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parenter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of parenter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAIR-run-tuh.
What does parenter mean?
- Agent noun of parent. How to pronounce parent
Where does parenter come from?
From parent + -er.
Questions about saying parenter
How do you pronounce parenter?
Say PER-un-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrəntər/. In British English it is /ˈpɛərəntə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parenter?
Parenter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PER). Broken into parts: PER · un · ter.
Is parenter 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 /ˈpɛərəntə/ (PAIR-run-tuh).