How to pronounce parker
Say it like PAR-ker. Parker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of parker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-kuh.
What does parker mean?
- A parkkeeper.
- Someone who parks a motor vehicle.
Where does parker come from?
From park + -er.
Words that rhyme with parker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of parker.
Questions about saying parker
How do you pronounce parker?
Say PAR-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parker?
Parker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · ker.
Is parker 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 /ˈpɑːkə/ (PAH-kuh).