How to pronounce tiremaker
Say it like TIRE-may-ker. Tiremaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIRE).
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- TIRE
- may
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tiremaker pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TIRESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- mayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tiremaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TIRE-may-kuh.
What does tiremaker mean?
- A manufacturer of tires (wheel coverings).
Where does tiremaker come from?
From tire + maker.
Questions about saying tiremaker
How do you pronounce tiremaker?
Say TIRE-may-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈtaɪrˌmeɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtaɪəˌmeɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tiremaker?
Tiremaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TIRE). Broken into parts: TIRE · may · ker.
Is tiremaker 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 /ˈtaɪəˌmeɪkə/ (TIRE-may-kuh).