How to pronounce wailer
Say it like WAY-ler. Wailer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY).
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- WAY
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wailer 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.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wailer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAY-luh.
What does wailer mean?
- One who wails or laments.
- A professional hired mourner.
Where does wailer come from?
From Middle English wayler, weilere; equivalent to wail + -er.
Words that rhyme with wailer
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wailer.
Questions about saying wailer
How do you pronounce wailer?
Say WAY-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈweɪlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wailer?
Wailer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAY). Broken into parts: WAY · ler.
Is wailer 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 /ˈweɪlə/ (WAY-luh).