How to pronounce sponger
Say it like SPUHN-jer. Sponger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUHN).
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- SPUHN
- jer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sponger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- jerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of sponger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPUHN-juh.
What does sponger mean?
- One who uses a sponge.
- A parasitic hanger-on.
- A person or vessel employed in gathering sponges from the sea.
Where does sponger come from?
From sponge + -er.
Words that rhyme with sponger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of sponger.
Questions about saying sponger
How do you pronounce sponger?
Say SPUHN-jer. The American pronunciation is /ˈspʌndʒɚ/. In British English it is /ˈspʌndʒə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sponger?
Sponger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUHN). Broken into parts: SPUHN · jer.
Is sponger 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 /ˈspʌndʒə/ (SPUHN-juh).