How to pronounce sacre
Say it like SAY-ker. Sacre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY).
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- SAY
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sacre 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.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sacre
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAY-kuh.
What does sacre mean?
- Alternative form of saker (“type of cannon”).
Words that rhyme with sacre
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sacre.
Questions about saying sacre
How do you pronounce sacre?
Say SAY-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈseɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sacre?
Sacre has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAY). Broken into parts: SAY · ker.
Is sacre 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 /ˈseɪkə/ (SAY-kuh).