How to pronounce verser
Say it like VUR-ser. Verser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUR).
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- VUR
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Verser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of verser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: VUR-suh.
What does verser mean?
- A versifier.
Where does verser come from?
From verse + -er.
Words that rhyme with verser
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of verser.
Questions about saying verser
How do you pronounce verser?
Say VUR-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɝsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈvɜːsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in verser?
Verser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VUR). Broken into parts: VUR · ser.
Is verser 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 /ˈvɜːsə/ (VUR-suh).