How to pronounce rother
Say it like RAW-ther. Rother has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAW).
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- RAW
- ther
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rother pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- therKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rother
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ROTH-uh.
What does rother mean?
- A rudder.
Where does rother come from?
From Middle English rother, from Old English rōþor.
Words that rhyme with rother
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of rother.
Questions about saying rother
How do you pronounce rother?
Say RAW-ther. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɔθɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɒθə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rother?
Rother has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAW). Broken into parts: RAW · ther.
Is rother 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 /ˈrɒθə/ (ROTH-uh).