How to pronounce planner
Say it like PLAN-er. Planner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAN).
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- PLAN
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Planner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PLANSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of planner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PLAN-uh.
What does planner mean?
- a person who makes plans
- a notebook for recording appointments and things to be done, etc.
Where does planner come from?
From plan + -er.
Words that rhyme with planner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of planner.
Questions about saying planner
How do you pronounce planner?
Say PLAN-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈplænɚ/. In British English it is /ˈplænə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in planner?
Planner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PLAN). Broken into parts: PLAN · er.
Is planner 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 /ˈplænə/ (PLAN-uh).