How to pronounce schemer
Say it like SKEE-mer. Schemer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKEE).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈskimɚ/SKEE-mer
UK British/ˈskiːmə/SKEE-muh
- SKEE
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Schemer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of schemer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKEE-muh.
What does schemer mean?
noun
- One who plots or schemes, who formulates devious plans.
Where does schemer come from?
From scheme + -er.
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with schemer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of schemer.
Questions about saying schemer
How do you pronounce schemer?
Say SKEE-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈskimɚ/. In British English it is /ˈskiːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in schemer?
Schemer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKEE). Broken into parts: SKEE · mer.
Is schemer 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 /ˈskiːmə/ (SKEE-muh).