How to pronounce snarfer
Say it like SNAR-fer. Snarfer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNAR).
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US American/ˈsnɑrfɚ/SNAR-fer
UK British/ˈsnɑːfə/SNAH-fuh
- SNAR
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Snarfer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of snarfer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SNAH-fuh.
What does snarfer mean?
noun
- One who snarfs (eats or drinks greedily).
Where does snarfer come from?
From snarf + -er.
Questions about saying snarfer
How do you pronounce snarfer?
Say SNAR-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnɑrfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsnɑːfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in snarfer?
Snarfer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNAR). Broken into parts: SNAR · fer.
Is snarfer 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 /ˈsnɑːfə/ (SNAH-fuh).