How to pronounce rhymer
Say it like RY-mer. Rhymer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY).
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- RY
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rhymer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rhymer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RY-muh.
What does rhymer mean?
- One who makes, composes, or recites rhymes or simple poems.
Where does rhymer come from?
From Middle English rymare, from Old English rīmere (“a compouter, reckoner, calculator”), equivalent to rhyme + -er.
Words that rhyme with rhymer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rhymer.
Questions about saying rhymer
How do you pronounce rhymer?
Say RY-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈraɪmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈraɪmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rhymer?
Rhymer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY). Broken into parts: RY · mer.
Is rhymer 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 /ˈraɪmə/ (RY-muh).