How to pronounce presbyter
Say it like PREZ-bih-ter. Presbyter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREZ).
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- PREZ
- bih
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Presbyter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PREZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- bihKeep this part quick and light. 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 presbyter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: PREZ-bih-tuh.
What does presbyter mean?
- An elder, priest, pastor, or minister in various Christian churches.
- An elder of the Presbyterian church.
- An elder of the congregation in early Christianity.
Questions about saying presbyter
How do you pronounce presbyter?
Say PREZ-bih-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈprɛzbɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈprɛzbɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in presbyter?
Presbyter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PREZ). Broken into parts: PREZ · bih · ter.
Is presbyter 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 /ˈprɛzbɪtə/ (PREZ-bih-tuh).