How to pronounce stupider
Say it like STOO-pih-der. Stupider has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOO).
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- STOO
- pih
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Stupider pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- STOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- pihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of stupider
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: STYOO-pih-duh.
What does stupider mean?
- comparative form of stupid: more stupid How to pronounce stupid
Questions about saying stupider
How do you pronounce stupider?
Say STOO-pih-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈstupɪdər/. In British English it is /ˈstjuːpɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in stupider?
Stupider has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (STOO). Broken into parts: STOO · pih · der.
Is stupider 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 /ˈstjuːpɪdə/ (STYOO-pih-duh).