How to pronounce ritter
Say it like RIT-er. Ritter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIT).
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- RIT
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ritter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RITSay 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 ritter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: RIT-uh.
What does ritter mean?
- knight
Where does ritter come from?
From German Ritter.
Words that rhyme with ritter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of ritter.
Questions about saying ritter
How do you pronounce ritter?
Say RIT-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ritter?
Ritter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RIT). Broken into parts: RIT · er.
Is ritter 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 /ˈrɪtə/ (RIT-uh).