How to pronounce skater
Say it like SKAY-ter. Skater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAY).
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- SKAY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Skater pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SKAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of skater
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: SKAY-tuh.
What does skater mean?
- A person who skates.
- A skateboarder.
- A member of skateboarding subculture, characterized by dingy and baggy clothes, and often wallet chains.
Where does skater come from?
From skate + -er.
Words that rhyme with skater
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of skater.
Questions about saying skater
How do you pronounce skater?
Say SKAY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈskeɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈskeɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in skater?
Skater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SKAY). Broken into parts: SKAY · ter.
Is skater 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 /ˈskeɪtə/ (SKAY-tuh).