How to pronounce weightlifters
Say it like WAYT-lif-terz. Weightlifters has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYT).
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- WAYT
- lif
- terz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Weightlifters 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.
- terzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of weightlifters
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WAYT-lif-tuz.
What does weightlifters mean?
- plural of weightlifter How to pronounce weightlifter
Questions about saying weightlifters
How do you pronounce weightlifters?
Say WAYT-lif-terz. The American pronunciation is /ˈweɪtˌlɪftɚz/. In British English it is /ˈweɪtˌlɪftəz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in weightlifters?
Weightlifters has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WAYT). Broken into parts: WAYT · lif · terz.
Is weightlifters 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 /ˈweɪtˌlɪftəz/ (WAYT-lif-tuz).