How to pronounce spader
Say it like SPAY-der. Spader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAY).
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- SPAY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spader pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of spader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPAY-duh.
What does spader mean?
- One who, or that which, spades; specifically, a digging machine.
Where does spader come from?
From spade + -er.
Words that rhyme with spader
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of spader.
Questions about saying spader
How do you pronounce spader?
Say SPAY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈspeɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈspeɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spader?
Spader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPAY). Broken into parts: SPAY · der.
Is spader 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 /ˈspeɪdə/ (SPAY-duh).