How to pronounce proofer
Say it like PROO-fer. Proofer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROO).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈprufɚ/PROO-fer
UK British/ˈpruːfə/PROO-fuh
- PROO
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Proofer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of proofer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PROO-fuh.
What does proofer mean?
noun
- A chamber used in baking that encourages fermentation of dough by yeast through warm temperatures and controlled humidity.
- One who proofs.
- A printer used to make proofing copies that look like how it will come out of the press.
Where does proofer come from?
From proof + -er.
Questions about saying proofer
How do you pronounce proofer?
Say PROO-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˈprufɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpruːfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in proofer?
Proofer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROO). Broken into parts: PROO · fer.
Is proofer 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 /ˈpruːfə/ (PROO-fuh).