How to pronounce weightlifter
Say it like WAYT-lif-ter. Weightlifter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYT).
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- WAYT
- lif
- ter
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weightlifter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WAYTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- lifGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of weightlifter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAYT-lif-tuh.
What does weightlifter mean?
- A person who competes for maximum weight lifted in a series of specific lifts.
- A person who uses weights to train the muscles of the body, usually for strength or for improved performance in a sport.
Where does weightlifter come from?
From weight + lifter.
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Questions about saying weightlifter
How do you pronounce weightlifter?
Say WAYT-lif-ter. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɚ/. In British English it is /ˈweɪtˌlɪftə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weightlifter?
Weightlifter has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYT). Broken into parts: WAYT · lif · ter.
Is weightlifter 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 /ˈweɪtˌlɪftə/ (WAYT-lif-tuh).