How to pronounce rounder
Say it like ROWN-der. Rounder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROWN).
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- ROWN
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Rounder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROWNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of rounder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ROWN-duh.
What does rounder mean?
- comparative form of round: more round How to pronounce round
- A Methodist preacher traveling a circuit, also referred to as a circuit rider.
- A railroad man who worked at a roundhouse, operating the turntable.
- A person who earns a living by playing cards
Where does rounder come from?
From Middle English rounder, roundere, equivalent to round + -er (comparative suffix).
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Words that rhyme with rounder
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Questions about saying rounder
How do you pronounce rounder?
Say ROWN-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈraʊndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈraʊndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in rounder?
Rounder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROWN). Broken into parts: ROWN · der.
Is rounder 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 /ˈraʊndə/ (ROWN-duh).