How to pronounce swifter
Say it like SWIF-ter. Swifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWIF).
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- SWIF
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Swifter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SWIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of swifter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SWIF-tuh.
What does swifter mean?
- comparative form of swift: more swift How to pronounce swift
- A rope used to retain the bars of the capstan in their sockets while it is being turned.
- A rope used to encircle a boat longitudinally, to strengthen and defend her sides.
- The forward shroud of a lower mast.
- To tighten (e.g. slack standing rigging) by bringing the opposite shrouds nearer.
Words that rhyme with swifter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of swifter.
Questions about saying swifter
How do you pronounce swifter?
Say SWIF-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈswɪftɚ/. In British English it is /ˈswɪftə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in swifter?
Swifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWIF). Broken into parts: SWIF · ter.
Is swifter 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 /ˈswɪftə/ (SWIF-tuh).