How to pronounce rooker
Say it like RUUK-er. Rooker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUUK).
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- RUUK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rooker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RUUKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rooker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RUUK-uh.
What does rooker mean?
- A person who rooks (cheats or swindles).
Where does rooker come from?
From rook + -er.
Words that rhyme with rooker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rooker.
Questions about saying rooker
How do you pronounce rooker?
Say RUUK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrʊkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrʊkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rooker?
Rooker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RUUK). Broken into parts: RUUK · er.
Is rooker 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 /ˈrʊkə/ (RUUK-uh).