How to pronounce scorcher
Say it like SKOR-cher. Scorcher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOR).
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- SKOR
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Scorcher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of scorcher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SKAW-chuh.
What does scorcher mean?
- One who, or that which, scorches.
- A very hot day.“Tomorrow will be a scorcher, so carry water and use sunscreen if you're going out.”
- A very good goal, notably made with a very hard shot.“What a scorcher! See the net reverberate!”
Where does scorcher come from?
From scorch + -er (agent noun suffix) or -er (descriptive suffix).
Words that rhyme with scorcher
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of scorcher.
Questions about saying scorcher
How do you pronounce scorcher?
Say SKOR-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈskɔrtʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈskɔːtʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in scorcher?
Scorcher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKOR). Broken into parts: SKOR · cher.
Is scorcher 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 /ˈskɔːtʃə/ (SKAW-chuh).