How to pronounce sneaker
Say it like SNEE-ker. Sneaker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNEE).
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- SNEE
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sneaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sneaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SNEE-kuh.
What does sneaker mean?
- One who sneaks.
- An athletic shoe with a soft, rubber sole. A trainer.
- A sneaker male.
Where does sneaker come from?
From sneak + -er. The shoes sense is a reference to the quietness of the shoes.
Words that rhyme with sneaker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sneaker.
Questions about saying sneaker
How do you pronounce sneaker?
Say SNEE-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnikɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsniːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sneaker?
Sneaker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNEE). Broken into parts: SNEE · ker.
Is sneaker 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 /ˈsniːkə/ (SNEE-kuh).