How to pronounce peeler
Say it like PEE-ler. Peeler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE).
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- PEE
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Peeler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of peeler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PEE-luh.
What does peeler mean?
- A police officer.
- One who peels.
- A person whose job it is to peel fruit or vegetable produce.
- A person who works by peeling the bark off trees.
Where does peeler come from?
From the surname of Sir Robert Peel, who established the Irish constabulary and London's police force; compare bobby, from the given name.
Words that rhyme with peeler
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of peeler.
Questions about saying peeler
How do you pronounce peeler?
Say PEE-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈpilɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpiːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in peeler?
Peeler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE). Broken into parts: PEE · ler.
Is peeler 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 /ˈpiːlə/ (PEE-luh).