How to pronounce winder
Say it like WYNE-der. Winder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYNE).
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- WYNE
- der
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Winder pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WYNESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- derKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of winder
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WYNE-duh.
What does winder mean?
- A winding plant.
- An engine that raises and lowers the cages in a mine.
- The person who operates such an engine.
- A blow that winds somebody, or takes away their breath.
- To fan; to clean grain with a fan.
Where does winder come from?
From Middle English wynder; equivalent to wind + -er.
Words that rhyme with winder
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of winder.
Questions about saying winder
How do you pronounce winder?
Say WYNE-der. The American pronunciation is /ˈwaɪndɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwaɪndə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in winder?
Winder has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYNE). Broken into parts: WYNE · der.
Is winder 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 /ˈwaɪndə/ (WYNE-duh).