How to pronounce waltzer
Say it like WAWLT-ser. Waltzer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAWLT).
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- WAWLT
- ser
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Waltzer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAWLTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- serKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of waltzer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAWLT-suh.
What does waltzer mean?
- One who dances the waltz.
- A fairground ride consisting of a number of cars that spin individually while rotating around a central point like a carousel.
Where does waltzer come from?
From waltz + -er.
Questions about saying waltzer
How do you pronounce waltzer?
Say WAWLT-ser. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔltsɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːltsə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in waltzer?
Waltzer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAWLT). Broken into parts: WAWLT · ser.
Is waltzer 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 /ˈwɔːltsə/ (WAWLT-suh).