How to pronounce saltern
Say it like SAWL-tern. Saltern has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAWL).
- SAWL
- tern
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Saltern pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAWLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- ternKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of saltern
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SAWL-tun.
What does saltern mean?
- An area used for saltmaking, especially in the East Anglian fenlands.
- A modern saltworks.
Where does saltern come from?
From Old English sealtærn, from sealt (“salt”) + ærn (“place, building”).
Words that rhyme with saltern
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of saltern.
Questions about saying saltern
How do you pronounce saltern?
Say SAWL-tern. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔltərn/. In British English it is /ˈsɔːltən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in saltern?
Saltern has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAWL). Broken into parts: SAWL · tern.
Is saltern 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 /ˈsɔːltən/ (SAWL-tun).