How to pronounce weatherproof
Say it like WETH-er-proof. Weatherproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WETH).
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- WETH
- er
- proof
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weatherproof pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WETHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- proofGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of weatherproof
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WETH-uh-proof.
What does weatherproof mean?
- To make something resistant to damage caused by the weather.
- Capable of resisting damage caused by the weather.
Where does weatherproof come from?
From weather + -proof.
Questions about saying weatherproof
How do you pronounce weatherproof?
Say WETH-er-proof. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɛðɚˌpruf/. In British English it is /ˈwɛðəˌpruːf/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weatherproof?
Weatherproof has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WETH). Broken into parts: WETH · er · proof.
Is weatherproof 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 /ˈwɛðəˌpruːf/ (WETH-uh-proof).