How to pronounce trimmer
Say it like TRIM-er. Trimmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIM).
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- TRIM
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trimmer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRIMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trimmer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TRIM-uh.
What does trimmer mean?
- comparative form of trim: more trim How to pronounce trim
- One who trims, arranges, fits, or ornaments.
- A device used to trim.“My new electric shaver has a beard trimmer attachment.”
- A member of the crew who trims the sails.
Where does trimmer come from?
From trim + -er. Figurative sense of “person who changes views with prevailing opinions” from 1680s, from nautical sense of “adjust sails with the wind”.
Words that rhyme with trimmer
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Questions about saying trimmer
How do you pronounce trimmer?
Say TRIM-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrɪmɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtrɪmə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trimmer?
Trimmer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRIM). Broken into parts: TRIM · er.
Is trimmer 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 /ˈtrɪmə/ (TRIM-uh).