How to pronounce philter
Say it like FIL-ter. Philter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIL).
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- FIL
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Philter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of philter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: FIL-tuh.
What does philter mean?
- A kind of potion, charm, or drug; especially a love potion intended to make the drinker fall in love with the giver.
- To impregnate or mix with a love potion.“to philter a draught”
- To charm to love; to excite to love or sexual desire by a potion.
Words that rhyme with philter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of philter.
Words that sound like philter
Questions about saying philter
How do you pronounce philter?
Say FIL-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈfɪltɚ/. In British English it is /ˈfɪltə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in philter?
Philter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FIL). Broken into parts: FIL · ter.
Is philter 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 /ˈfɪltə/ (FIL-tuh).
What words sound the same as philter?
Philter sounds the same as filter in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.