How to pronounce wiser
Say it like WY-zer. Wiser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WY).
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- WY
- zer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wiser pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- zerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wiser
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WY-zuh.
What does wiser mean?
- comparative form of wise: more wise How to pronounce wise“It was stolen with nobody being any the wiser.”
Words that rhyme with wiser
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of wiser.
Questions about saying wiser
How do you pronounce wiser?
Say WY-zer. The American pronunciation is /ˈwaɪzɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwaɪzə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wiser?
Wiser has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WY). Broken into parts: WY · zer.
Is wiser 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 /ˈwaɪzə/ (WY-zuh).