How to pronounce rigger
Say it like RIG-er. Rigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIG).
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- RIG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rigger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rigger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RIG-uh.
What does rigger mean?
- One whose occupation is to fit the rigging of a ship or of a counterweight system.
- One whose occupation is to lift and move large and heavy objects (such as industrial machinery) with the help of cables, hoists, and other equipment.
- One whose occupation is to outfit a computer model with controls for animation.
Where does rigger come from?
From rig + -er.
Words that rhyme with rigger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rigger.
Words that sound like rigger
Questions about saying rigger
How do you pronounce rigger?
Say RIG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɪɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rigger?
Rigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIG). Broken into parts: RIG · er.
Is rigger 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 /ˈrɪɡə/ (RIG-uh).
What words sound the same as rigger?
Rigger sounds the same as rigor in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.