How to pronounce sadder
Say it like SAD-er. Sadder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAD).
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- SAD
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sadder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SADSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sadder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAD-uh.
What does sadder mean?
- comparative form of sad: more sad How to pronounce sad
Words that rhyme with sadder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sadder.
Questions about saying sadder
How do you pronounce sadder?
Say SAD-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈsædɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsædə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sadder?
Sadder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAD). Broken into parts: SAD · er.
Is sadder 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 /ˈsædə/ (SAD-uh).