How to pronounce voucher
Say it like VOW-cher. Voucher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOW).
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- VOW
- cher
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Voucher pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VOWSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ow" in now.
- cherKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of voucher
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: VOW-chuh.
What does voucher mean?
- A piece of paper or other token that entitles the holder to a discount, or that can be exchanged for goods and services.“a voucher for a free kettle”
- A receipt.
- One who or that which vouches.
- To establish the authenticity of; to vouch for.
- To provide a vouch for (an expenditure).
- To provide (a beneficiary) with a voucher.
Where does voucher come from?
From vouch + -er. The verb is from the noun.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying voucher
How do you pronounce voucher?
Say VOW-cher. The American pronunciation is /ˈvaʊtʃɚ/. In British English it is /ˈvaʊtʃə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in voucher?
Voucher has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VOW). Broken into parts: VOW · cher.
Is voucher 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 /ˈvaʊtʃə/ (VOW-chuh).