How to pronounce stainer
Say it like STAY-ner. Stainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAY).
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- STAY
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stainer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of stainer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STAY-nuh.
What does stainer mean?
- Something that stains.
- One who stains or tarnishes.
- A workman who applies a stain to wood, etc.
Where does stainer come from?
From stain + -er.
Words that rhyme with stainer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of stainer.
Questions about saying stainer
How do you pronounce stainer?
Say STAY-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈsteɪnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈsteɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stainer?
Stainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STAY). Broken into parts: STAY · ner.
Is stainer 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 /ˈsteɪnə/ (STAY-nuh).