How to pronounce preacher
Say it like PREE-cher. Preacher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE).
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- PREE
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Preacher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of preacher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PREE-chuh.
What does preacher mean?
- someone whose occupation is preaching the gospel
Where does preacher come from?
Displaced native Old English bydel.
Words that rhyme with preacher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of preacher.
Questions about saying preacher
How do you pronounce preacher?
Say PREE-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈpritʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpriːtʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in preacher?
Preacher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREE). Broken into parts: PREE · cher.
Is preacher 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 /ˈpriːtʃə/ (PREE-chuh).