How to pronounce wader
Say it like WAY-der. Wader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY).
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- WAY
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wader pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wader
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAY-duh.
What does wader mean?
- One who wades.
- A waterproof boot that comes up to the hip, used by fishermen, etc.
- A long-legged bird associated with wetland or coastal environments.
Where does wader come from?
From wade + -er.
Words that rhyme with wader
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wader.
Questions about saying wader
How do you pronounce wader?
Say WAY-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪdɚ/. In British English it is /ˈweɪdə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wader?
Wader has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY). Broken into parts: WAY · der.
Is wader 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 /ˈweɪdə/ (WAY-duh).