How to pronounce scamperer
Say it like SKAM-puh-rer. Scamperer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAM).
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- SKAM
- puh
- rer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scamperer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- rerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of scamperer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKAM-puh-ruh.
What does scamperer mean?
- One who scampers.
Where does scamperer come from?
From scamper + -er.
Questions about saying scamperer
How do you pronounce scamperer?
Say SKAM-puh-rer. The American pronunciation is /ˈskæmpərɚ/. In British English it is /ˈskæmpərə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scamperer?
Scamperer has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAM). Broken into parts: SKAM · puh · rer.
Is scamperer 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 /ˈskæmpərə/ (SKAM-puh-ruh).