How to pronounce streaker
Say it like STREE-ker. Streaker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STREE).
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- STREE
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Streaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of streaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STREE-kuh.
What does streaker mean?
- One who runs naked through a public place as a prank.
- A dolphin of species Stenella coeruleoalba.
Where does streaker come from?
From streak + -er.
Words that rhyme with streaker
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of streaker.
Questions about saying streaker
How do you pronounce streaker?
Say STREE-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈstrikɚ/. In British English it is /ˈstriːkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in streaker?
Streaker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STREE). Broken into parts: STREE · ker.
Is streaker 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 /ˈstriːkə/ (STREE-kuh).