How to pronounce wigger
Say it like WIG-er. Wigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIG).
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- WIG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wigger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WIGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wigger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WIG-uh.
What does wigger mean?
- A maker of wigs.
- A nonblack person of any race considered to be inauthentically appropriating black culture and behavior.
- A white person considered to be sincerely appreciative of black culture, as opposed to poseurs and wannabes.
Where does wigger come from?
From wig + -er.
Words that rhyme with wigger
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wigger.
Questions about saying wigger
How do you pronounce wigger?
Say WIG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɪɡɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwɪɡə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wigger?
Wigger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WIG). Broken into parts: WIG · er.
Is wigger 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 /ˈwɪɡə/ (WIG-uh).