How to pronounce wolfer
Say it like WUUL-fer. Wolfer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUUL).
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US American/ˈwʊlfɚ/WUUL-fer
UK British/ˈwʊlfə/WUUL-fuh
- WUUL
- fer
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wolfer pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WUULSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in book.
- ferKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wolfer
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUUL-fuh.
What does wolfer mean?
noun
- One who devours food greedily; one who wolfs down food.
- A wolf-hunter, especially one who hunts for bounty.
- Alternative form of wolver.
Where does wolfer come from?
From wolf (verb) + -er.
Questions about saying wolfer
How do you pronounce wolfer?
Say WUUL-fer. The American pronunciation is /ˈwʊlfɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwʊlfə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wolfer?
Wolfer has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUUL). Broken into parts: WUUL · fer.
Is wolfer 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 /ˈwʊlfə/ (WUUL-fuh).