How to pronounce tater
Say it like TAY-ter. Tater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY).
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- TAY
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tater pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tater
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TAY-tuh.
What does tater mean?
- A potato.“We ate them taters up real good.”
- A home run.
Where does tater come from?
Representing an aphetic pronunciation of potato.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with tater
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tater.
Questions about saying tater
How do you pronounce tater?
Say TAY-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈteɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈteɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tater?
Tater has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TAY). Broken into parts: TAY · ter.
Is tater 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 /ˈteɪtə/ (TAY-tuh).