How to pronounce sofer
Say it like SOH-fer. Sofer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH).
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- SOH
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sofer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sofer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: SOH-fuh.
What does sofer mean?
- A Jewish scribe who can transcribe Torah scrolls and other religious writings.
Words that rhyme with sofer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sofer.
Questions about saying sofer
How do you pronounce sofer?
Say SOH-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˈsoʊfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsəʊfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sofer?
Sofer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SOH). Broken into parts: SOH · fer.
Is sofer 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 /ˈsəʊfə/ (SOH-fuh).