How to pronounce slugger
Say it like SLUHG-er. Slugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLUHG).
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- SLUHG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Slugger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SLUHGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of slugger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SLUHG-uh.
What does slugger mean?
- A boxer who tends to deliver hard punches.
- A batter who has a high percentage of extra base hits.“That will bring up the slugger, Jones.”
- Buddy, dude, champ.“Good to see you, slugger!”
Where does slugger come from?
From slug + -er.
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Words that rhyme with slugger
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Questions about saying slugger
How do you pronounce slugger?
Say SLUHG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈslʌɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈslʌɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in slugger?
Slugger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SLUHG). Broken into parts: SLUHG · er.
Is slugger 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 /ˈslʌɡə/ (SLUHG-uh).