How to pronounce thrifter
Say it like THRIF-ter. Thrifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THRIF).
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- THRIF
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Thrifter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- THRIFSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of thrifter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: THRIF-tuh.
What does thrifter mean?
- A person who engages in thrifting.
Where does thrifter come from?
From thrift + -er.
Questions about saying thrifter
How do you pronounce thrifter?
Say THRIF-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈθrɪftər/. In British English it is /ˈθrɪftə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in thrifter?
Thrifter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (THRIF). Broken into parts: THRIF · ter.
Is thrifter 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 /ˈθrɪftə/ (THRIF-tuh).