How to pronounce trumpeter
Say it like TRUHM-pih-ter. Trumpeter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHM).
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- TRUHM
- pih
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Trumpeter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TRUHMSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- pihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of trumpeter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: TRUHM-pih-tuh.
What does trumpeter mean?
- Someone who plays a trumpet.
- Any of three species of bird in the genus Psophia from South America named for the trumpeting threat call of the males.
- Any of a number of breeds of fancy pigeon (variety of domestic pigeon (Columba livia), originally bred for their peculiar gurgling voice, a prolonged coo called "trumpeting" or "drumming").
Where does trumpeter come from?
From trumpet + -er (occupational suffix) or + -er (agent noun suffix).
Questions about saying trumpeter
How do you pronounce trumpeter?
Say TRUHM-pih-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈtrʌmpɪtɚ/. In British English it is /ˈtrʌmpɪtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in trumpeter?
Trumpeter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TRUHM). Broken into parts: TRUHM · pih · ter.
Is trumpeter 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 /ˈtrʌmpɪtə/ (TRUHM-pih-tuh).