How to pronounce trouser
Say it like TROW-zer. Trouser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TROW).
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- TROW
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trouser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TROWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trouser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: TROW-zuh.
What does trouser mean?
- Of or relating to trousers.“'trouser leg”
- A pair of trousers.“And this is our linen trouser, sir.”
- To put (money) into one's trouser pocket; to pocket.
- To secretively steal (an item or money) for personal use.
- To take and keep (something, especially money, that is not one's own); to pocket.
Where does trouser come from?
Back-formation from trousers.
Words that rhyme with trouser
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of trouser.
Questions about saying trouser
How do you pronounce trouser?
Say TROW-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈtraʊzɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtraʊzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trouser?
Trouser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TROW). Broken into parts: TROW · zer.
Is trouser 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 /ˈtraʊzə/ (TROW-zuh).