How to pronounce teazer
Say it like TEE-zer. Teazer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE).
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- TEE
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Teazer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of teazer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TEE-zuh.
What does teazer mean?
- sennet whip, an implement for informal corporal punishment, formerly used in the Royal Navy.
- The stoker or fireman of a furnace, as in glassworking.
Where does teazer come from?
Apparently an alteration of teaser, referring to it being lighter than formal punitive instruments.
Questions about saying teazer
How do you pronounce teazer?
Say TEE-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈtizər/. In British English it is /ˈtiːzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in teazer?
Teazer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TEE). Broken into parts: TEE · zer.
Is teazer 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 /ˈtiːzə/ (TEE-zuh).