How to pronounce snubber
Say it like SNUHB-er. Snubber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNUHB).
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- SNUHB
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Snubber pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SNUHBSay 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 snubber
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SNUHB-uh.
What does snubber mean?
- A device used to suppress ("snub") voltage transients in electrical systems, pressure transients in fluid systems, or excess force or rapid movement in mechanical systems.
- One who snubs.
Where does snubber come from?
From snub + -er.
Words that rhyme with snubber
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of snubber.
Questions about saying snubber
How do you pronounce snubber?
Say SNUHB-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈsnʌbɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsnʌbə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in snubber?
Snubber has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SNUHB). Broken into parts: SNUHB · er.
Is snubber 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 /ˈsnʌbə/ (SNUHB-uh).