How to pronounce tilter
Say it like TIL-ter. Tilter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIL).
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- TIL
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tilter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tilter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TIL-tuh.
What does tilter mean?
- One who tilts something.
- One who jousts.
- One who fights.
Where does tilter come from?
From tilt + -er.
Words that rhyme with tilter
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tilter.
Questions about saying tilter
How do you pronounce tilter?
Say TIL-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɪltɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtɪltə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tilter?
Tilter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIL). Broken into parts: TIL · ter.
Is tilter 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 /ˈtɪltə/ (TIL-tuh).