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