How to pronounce rider
Say it like RY-der. Rider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY).
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- RY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rider 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.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RY-duh.
What does rider mean?
- a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)
- a clause that is appended to a legislative bill
- a traveler who actively rides a vehicle (as a bicycle or motorcycle)
Where does rider come from?
From Middle English ryder, ridere, from Late Old English rīdere (“rider, knight”).
Words that rhyme with rider
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rider.
Questions about saying rider
How do you pronounce rider?
Say RY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈraɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈraɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rider?
Rider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RY). Broken into parts: RY · der.
Is rider 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 /ˈraɪdə/ (RY-duh).