How to pronounce slinger
Say it like SLING-er. Slinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLING).
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- SLING
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Slinger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SLINGSay 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 slinger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SLING-uh.
What does slinger mean?
- Someone who, or something that, slings or uses a sling.“drug slinger”
- A rope, belt, or bag (often with MOLLE design) that allows someone to sling tools, equipment, or supplies.“gear slinger [such as a crossbody bag or a MOLLE sheath]”
- An American Midwest diner meal consisting of typically two eggs, hash browns, and a ground meat patty, all covered in chili con carne and topped with cheese and onions.
Where does slinger come from?
From Middle English slynger; equivalent to sling + -er.
Words that rhyme with slinger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of slinger.
Questions about saying slinger
How do you pronounce slinger?
Say SLING-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈslɪŋɚ/. In British English it is /ˈslɪŋə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in slinger?
Slinger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLING). Broken into parts: SLING · er.
Is slinger 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 /ˈslɪŋə/ (SLING-uh).