How to pronounce rester
Say it like RES-ter. Rester has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES).
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- RES
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rester pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rester
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RES-tuh.
What does rester mean?
- One who rests.
Where does rester come from?
From Middle English restar, restere, equivalent to rest + -er.
Words that rhyme with rester
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rester.
Questions about saying rester
How do you pronounce rester?
Say RES-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛstɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɛstə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rester?
Rester has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES). Broken into parts: RES · ter.
Is rester 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 /ˈrɛstə/ (RES-tuh).