How to pronounce pearmonger
Say it like PAIR-muhng-gher. Pearmonger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAIR).
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- PAIR
- muhng
- gher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Pearmonger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PAIRSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- muhngGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- gherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of pearmonger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAIR-muhng-guh.
What does pearmonger mean?
- A seller of pears; one who deals in pears.
Where does pearmonger come from?
From pear + monger.
Questions about saying pearmonger
How do you pronounce pearmonger?
Say PAIR-muhng-gher. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɛrˌmʌŋɡər/. In British English it is /ˈpɛəˌmʌŋɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in pearmonger?
Pearmonger has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAIR). Broken into parts: PAIR · muhng · gher.
Is pearmonger 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 /ˈpɛəˌmʌŋɡə/ (PAIR-muhng-guh).