How to pronounce yaller
Say it like YAL-er. Yaller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAL).
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- YAL
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Yaller pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- YALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of yaller
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: YAL-uh.
What does yaller mean?
- Pronunciation spelling of yellow, representing Southern US English.
Words that rhyme with yaller
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of yaller.
Questions about saying yaller
How do you pronounce yaller?
Say YAL-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈjælɚ/. In British English it is /ˈjælə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in yaller?
Yaller has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (YAL). Broken into parts: YAL · er.
Is yaller 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 /ˈjælə/ (YAL-uh).