How to pronounce schiller
Say it like SHIL-er. Schiller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIL).
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- SHIL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Schiller pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of schiller
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SHIL-uh.
What does schiller mean?
- A luster, similar to sheen, observed in certain minerals, such as hypersthene or labradorite, due to the presence of minute parallel inclusions.
Where does schiller come from?
From German Schiller (“shimmer”).
Words that rhyme with schiller
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of schiller.
Questions about saying schiller
How do you pronounce schiller?
Say SHIL-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈʃɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in schiller?
Schiller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIL). Broken into parts: SHIL · er.
Is schiller 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 /ˈʃɪlə/ (SHIL-uh).