How to pronounce worrier
Say it like WUR-ree-er. Worrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- ree
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Worrier pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of worrier
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-ree-uh.
What does worrier mean?
- A person who worries a great deal, especially unnecessarily.
- A person who causes worry in others.
- An animal that seizes or shakes another by the throat.
Where does worrier come from?
From worry + -er.
Words that rhyme with worrier
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of worrier.
Questions about saying worrier
How do you pronounce worrier?
Say WUR-ree-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɜriɚ/. In British English it is /ˈwɜriə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in worrier?
Worrier has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · ree · er.
Is worrier 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 /ˈwɜriə/ (WUR-ree-uh).