How to pronounce softener
Say it like SAW-fuh-ner. Softener has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW).
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- SAW
- fuh
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Softener pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SAWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- fuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of softener
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SOF-uh-ner.
What does softener mean?
- A water softener.
- Fabric softener.
- A substance added to make something softer.
Where does softener come from?
From Middle English softener, equivalent to soften + -er.
Questions about saying softener
How do you pronounce softener?
Say SAW-fuh-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈsɔfənər/. In British English it is /ˈsɒfənər/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in softener?
Softener has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SAW). Broken into parts: SAW · fuh · ner.
Is softener 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 /ˈsɒfənər/ (SOF-uh-ner).