How to pronounce rakers
Say it like RAY-kerz. Rakers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- kerz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rakers pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rakers
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-kuz.
What does rakers mean?
- plural of raker How to pronounce raker
Words that rhyme with rakers
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rakers.
Questions about saying rakers
How do you pronounce rakers?
Say RAY-kerz. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪkɚz/. In British English it is /ˈreɪkəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rakers?
Rakers has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · kerz.
Is rakers 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 /ˈreɪkəz/ (RAY-kuz).