How to pronounce trainer
Say it like TRAY-ner. Trainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY).
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- TRAY
- ner
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trainer 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.
- nerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trainer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TRAY-nuh.
What does trainer mean?
- one who trains other persons or animals
- simulator consisting of a machine on the ground that simulates the conditions of flying a plane
Where does trainer come from?
From train + -er.
Words that rhyme with trainer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trainer.
Questions about saying trainer
How do you pronounce trainer?
Say TRAY-ner. The American pronunciation is /ˈtreɪnɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtreɪnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trainer?
Trainer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRAY). Broken into parts: TRAY · ner.
Is trainer 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 /ˈtreɪnə/ (TRAY-nuh).