How to pronounce tedder
Say it like TED-er. Tedder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TED).
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- TED
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tedder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TEDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tedder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TED-uh.
What does tedder mean?
- A machine for stirring and spreading hay, to speed up its drying.
- Pronunciation spelling of tether.
Where does tedder come from?
From Middle English teddere; equivalent to ted + -er.
Words that rhyme with tedder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tedder.
Questions about saying tedder
How do you pronounce tedder?
Say TED-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɛdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtɛdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tedder?
Tedder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TED). Broken into parts: TED · er.
Is tedder 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 /ˈtɛdə/ (TED-uh).