How to pronounce wrestler
Say it like RES-uh-ler. Wrestler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES).
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- RES
- uh
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wrestler pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wrestler
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RES-uh-luh.
What does wrestler mean?
- combatant who tries to throw opponent to the ground
Where does wrestler come from?
From Middle English wrastlere, equivalent to wrestle + -er.
Questions about saying wrestler
How do you pronounce wrestler?
Say RES-uh-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛsəlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɛsələ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wrestler?
Wrestler has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RES). Broken into parts: RES · uh · ler.
Is wrestler 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 /ˈrɛsələ/ (RES-uh-luh).