How to pronounce trader
Say it like TRAY-der. Trader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY).
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- TRAY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trader pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TRAY-duh.
What does trader mean?
- someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold
Where does trader come from?
From trade + -er.
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Words that rhyme with trader
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Questions about saying trader
How do you pronounce trader?
Say TRAY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈtreɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtreɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trader?
Trader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY). Broken into parts: TRAY · der.
Is trader 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 /ˈtreɪdə/ (TRAY-duh).