How to pronounce wanderjahr
Say it like VAHN-der-yah. Wanderjahr has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAHN).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˈvɑndərˌjɑ/VAHN-der-yah
UK BritishNo British transcription yet. The audio still plays in this accent.
- VAHN
- der
- yah
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wanderjahr pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- VAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- yahGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
What does wanderjahr mean?
noun
- A year-long period of travel, especially following one’s education and prior to seeking employment.
Where does wanderjahr come from?
From German Wanderjahr (“journeyman’s year”), from wandern (“wander, trek”) + Jahr (“year”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- wanderyear
Questions about saying wanderjahr
How do you pronounce wanderjahr?
Say VAHN-der-yah. The American pronunciation is /ˈvɑndərˌjɑ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wanderjahr?
Wanderjahr has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (VAHN). Broken into parts: VAHN · der · yah.