How to pronounce Rottweiler
Say it like ROT-wy-ler. Rottweiler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROT).
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- ROT
- wy
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rottweiler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- wyKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of Rottweiler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: ROT-wy-luh.
What does Rottweiler mean?
- A very large muscular breed of dog of German origin with black fur and tanned markings.
- A very aggressive or short-tempered person.
Questions about saying Rottweiler
How do you pronounce Rottweiler?
Say ROT-wy-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɑtwaɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɒtwaɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Rottweiler?
Rottweiler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROT). Broken into parts: ROT · wy · ler.
Is Rottweiler 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 /ˈrɒtwaɪlə/ (ROT-wy-luh).