How to pronounce termer
Say it like TUR-mer. Termer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR).
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- TUR
- mer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Termer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- merKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of termer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUR-muh.
What does termer mean?
- Someone who is in a certain term“first-termer”
- One who has an estate for a term of years or for life.
Where does termer come from?
From term + -er.
Words that rhyme with termer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of termer.
Questions about saying termer
How do you pronounce termer?
Say TUR-mer. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɝmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtɜːmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in termer?
Termer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUR). Broken into parts: TUR · mer.
Is termer 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 /ˈtɜːmə/ (TUR-muh).