How to pronounce stringer
Say it like STRING-er. Stringer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRING).
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- STRING
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stringer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STRINGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of stringer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: STRING-uh.
What does stringer mean?
- Someone who threads something; one who makes or provides strings, especially for bows.
- Someone who strings someone along.
- A horizontal timber that supports upright posts, or supports the hull of a vessel.
Where does stringer come from?
From string + -er.
Words that rhyme with stringer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of stringer.
Questions about saying stringer
How do you pronounce stringer?
Say STRING-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈstrɪŋɚ/. In British English it is /ˈstrɪŋə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stringer?
Stringer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STRING). Broken into parts: STRING · er.
Is stringer 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 /ˈstrɪŋə/ (STRING-uh).