How to pronounce routier
Say it like ROO-tee-er. Routier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO).
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- ROO
- tee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Routier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ROOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- teeGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of routier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: ROO-tee-uh.
What does routier mean?
- Any brigand or armed robber.
Where does routier come from?
From French routier, from Old French route (“company”); compare highwayman.
Words that rhyme with routier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of routier.
Questions about saying routier
How do you pronounce routier?
Say ROO-tee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈruˌtiɚ/. In British English it is /ˈruːˌtiːə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in routier?
Routier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ROO). Broken into parts: ROO · tee · er.
Is routier 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 /ˈruːˌtiːə/ (ROO-tee-uh).