How to pronounce saber
Say it like SAY-ber. Saber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY).
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- SAY
- ber
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Saber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- berKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of saber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAY-buh.
What does saber mean?
- US standard spelling of sabre.
- US standard spelling of sabre.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with saber
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Words that sound like saber
Questions about saying saber
How do you pronounce saber?
Say SAY-ber. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪbɚ/. In British English it is /ˈseɪbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in saber?
Saber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY). Broken into parts: SAY · ber.
Is saber 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 /ˈseɪbə/ (SAY-buh).
What words sound the same as saber?
Saber sounds the same as sabre in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.