How to pronounce safecracker
Say it like SAYF-krak-er. Safecracker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYF).
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- SAYF
- krak
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Safecracker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAYFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- krakGive this part a little weight. 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 safecracker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAYF-krak-uh.
What does safecracker mean?
- One who breaks into safes.
Where does safecracker come from?
From safe + cracker.
Questions about saying safecracker
How do you pronounce safecracker?
Say SAYF-krak-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈseɪfˌkrækɚ/. In British English it is /ˈseɪfˌkrækə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in safecracker?
Safecracker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAYF). Broken into parts: SAYF · krak · er.
Is safecracker 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 /ˈseɪfˌkrækə/ (SAYF-krak-uh).