How to pronounce winemaker
Say it like WYNE-may-ker. Winemaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYNE).
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- WYNE
- may
- ker
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Winemaker 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.
- mayGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- kerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of winemaker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WYNE-may-kuh.
What does winemaker mean?
- A person who makes wine.
- A company that makes wine.
Where does winemaker come from?
From Middle English wynmaker; equivalent to wine + maker.
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Questions about saying winemaker
How do you pronounce winemaker?
Say WYNE-may-ker. The American pronunciation is /ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in winemaker?
Winemaker has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WYNE). Broken into parts: WYNE · may · ker.
Is winemaker 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 /ˈwaɪnˌmeɪkə/ (WYNE-may-kuh).