How to pronounce strider
Say it like STRY-der. Strider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRY).
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- STRY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Strider pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of strider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STRY-duh.
What does strider mean?
- One who strides.
- A water strider.
Where does strider come from?
From stride + -er. Compare Dutch strijder (“fighter”).
Words that rhyme with strider
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of strider.
Questions about saying strider
How do you pronounce strider?
Say STRY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈstraɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈstraɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in strider?
Strider has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRY). Broken into parts: STRY · der.
Is strider 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 /ˈstraɪdə/ (STRY-duh).