How to pronounce slimmer
Say it like SLIM-er. Slimmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLIM).
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- SLIM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Slimmer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SLIMSay 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 slimmer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SLIM-uh.
What does slimmer mean?
- comparative form of slim: more slim How to pronounce slim
- A person who is trying to become slim by dieting.
- That which slims.
Words that rhyme with slimmer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of slimmer.
Questions about saying slimmer
How do you pronounce slimmer?
Say SLIM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈslɪmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈslɪmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in slimmer?
Slimmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLIM). Broken into parts: SLIM · er.
Is slimmer 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 /ˈslɪmə/ (SLIM-uh).