How to pronounce questioner
Say it like KWES-chuh-ner. Questioner has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWES).
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- KWES
- chuh
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Questioner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- chuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of questioner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KWES-chuh-nuh.
What does questioner mean?
- A person who asks questions, or who conducts an official enquiry.
Where does questioner come from?
From Middle English questioner; equivalent to question + -er.
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Questions about saying questioner
How do you pronounce questioner?
Say KWES-chuh-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɛstʃənɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkwɛstʃənə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in questioner?
Questioner has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWES). Broken into parts: KWES · chuh · ner.
Is questioner 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 /ˈkwɛstʃənə/ (KWES-chuh-nuh).