How to pronounce tonner
Say it like TUHN-er. Tonner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHN).
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- TUHN
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Tonner pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of tonner
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TUHN-uh.
What does tonner mean?
- A vehicle or other object having a specified tonnage, or weighing a specified number of tons.
Where does tonner come from?
From ton + -er or tonne + -er.
Words that rhyme with tonner
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of tonner.
Questions about saying tonner
How do you pronounce tonner?
Say TUHN-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʌnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtʌnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in tonner?
Tonner has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TUHN). Broken into parts: TUHN · er.
Is tonner 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 /ˈtʌnə/ (TUHN-uh).