How to pronounce snigger
Say it like SNIG-er. Snigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIG).
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- SNIG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Snigger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNIGSay 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 snigger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SNIG-uh.
What does snigger mean?
- A partly suppressed or broken laugh.
- A sly or snide laugh.
- To emit a snigger.
Where does snigger come from?
British variant pronunciation and spelling of snicker.
Words that rhyme with snigger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of snigger.
Questions about saying snigger
How do you pronounce snigger?
Say SNIG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnɪɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsnɪɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in snigger?
Snigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNIG). Broken into parts: SNIG · er.
Is snigger 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 /ˈsnɪɡə/ (SNIG-uh).