How to pronounce spurrier
Say it like SPUR-ee-er. Spurrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR).
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- SPUR
- ee
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Spurrier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SPURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of spurrier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SPUHR-ee-uh.
What does spurrier mean?
- A maker of spurs.
Where does spurrier come from?
From Middle English sporiere; equivalent to spur + -ier.
Questions about saying spurrier
How do you pronounce spurrier?
Say SPUR-ee-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈspɝiɚ/. In British English it is /ˈspʌriə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in spurrier?
Spurrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SPUR). Broken into parts: SPUR · ee · er.
Is spurrier 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 /ˈspʌriə/ (SPUHR-ee-uh).