How to pronounce wronger
Say it like RAWNG-er. Wronger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAWNG).
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- RAWNG
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wronger pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- RAWNGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of wronger
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: RONG-uh.
What does wronger mean?
- One who wrongs someone.
- One who commits a wrong.
- comparative form of wrong: more wrong How to pronounce wrong
Where does wronger come from?
From wrong (verb) + -er.
Questions about saying wronger
How do you pronounce wronger?
Say RAWNG-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɔŋɚ/. In British English it is /ˈrɒŋə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wronger?
Wronger has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (RAWNG). Broken into parts: RAWNG · er.
Is wronger 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 /ˈrɒŋə/ (RONG-uh).