How to pronounce raver
Say it like RAY-ver. Raver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY).
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- RAY
- ver
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Raver 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.
- verKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of raver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RAY-vuh.
What does raver mean?
- A person who attends rave parties, or who belongs to that subculture.
- A person who raves or rants.
Where does raver come from?
From Middle English ravere, ravare, rafar, equivalent to rave + -er.
Words that rhyme with raver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of raver.
Questions about saying raver
How do you pronounce raver?
Say RAY-ver. The American pronunciation is /ˈreɪvɚ/. In British English it is /ˈreɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in raver?
Raver has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAY). Broken into parts: RAY · ver.
Is raver 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 /ˈreɪvə/ (RAY-vuh).