How to pronounce purser
Say it like PUR-ser. Purser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Purser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of purser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-suh.
What does purser mean?
- The person responsible for handling the accounts on a ship, or for dealing with the passengers on a ship or aircraft.
Where does purser come from?
From purse + -er.
Words that rhyme with purser
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of purser.
Questions about saying purser
How do you pronounce purser?
Say PUR-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈpɜːsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in purser?
Purser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · ser.
Is purser 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 /ˈpɜːsə/ (PUR-suh).