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