How to pronounce warbler
Say it like WOR-bler. Warbler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR).
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US American/ˈwɔrblər/WOR-bler
UK British/ˈwɔːblə/WAW-bluh
- WOR
- bler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Warbler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- blerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of warbler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAW-bluh.
What does warbler mean?
noun
- Any of various small passerine songbirds, especially of the family Sylviidae (Old World warblers) and Parulidae (New World warblers).
- One who warbles.
- A device that makes a warbling sound.
Where does warbler come from?
From warble + -er.
Questions about saying warbler
How do you pronounce warbler?
Say WOR-bler. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɔrblər/. In British English it is /ˈwɔːblə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in warbler?
Warbler has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WOR). Broken into parts: WOR · bler.
Is warbler 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 /ˈwɔːblə/ (WAW-bluh).