How to pronounce slammer
Say it like SLAM-er. Slammer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLAM).
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- SLAM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Slammer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SLAMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of slammer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SLAM-uh.
What does slammer mean?
- One who, or that which, slams.
- Jail, prison.
- A tequila cocktail that is slammed onto a surface to induce fizzing.
Where does slammer come from?
From slam + -er.
Words that rhyme with slammer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of slammer.
Questions about saying slammer
How do you pronounce slammer?
Say SLAM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈslæmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈslæmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in slammer?
Slammer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLAM). Broken into parts: SLAM · er.
Is slammer 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 /ˈslæmə/ (SLAM-uh).