How to pronounce "register"

register

Noun
American
/ˈrɛdʒɪstər/

Syllable Breakdown

reg is ter

How natives say register

British
/ˈrɛdʒɪstə/

Syllable Breakdown

reg is ter

How natives say register

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'reg' and the 'e' as in 'red'.

  • Move to 'is' with a short 'i' as in 'sit'.

  • End with 'ter', where 'er' sounds like 'ur'.

Common Mistakes

  • saying 're-gis-ter' (adding extra syllable)

  • mispronouncing 'ter' as 'tar'

  • stressing 'is' instead of 'reg'

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'reg'; 'e' as in 'bet'.

  • Move to 'is' with a short 'i' like in 'bit'.

  • End with 'ter', and the 'r' is silent.

common mistakes

  • pronouncing 'r' in 'ter'

  • adding an extra syllable

  • wrong stress on 'is'

FAQ

Why is 'register' stressed on the first syllable?

In both AmE and BrE, this three-syllable noun is stressed on the first syllable for emphasis.

Why does 'register' sound different in AmE and BrE?

In BrE, the 'r' at the end is often silent, while it is pronounced in AmE.

Should the 'g' sound like a hard 'g'?

No, 'g' is soft, as in 'j'.

Definition

register

A list or book where you record information.

Word Family

registration

/ˌrɛdʒɪˈstreɪʃən/

noun

The act of enrolling.

Example: Complete the registration form.

registrar

/ˈrɛdʒɪstrɑːr/

noun

An official responsible for keeping records.

Example: The registrar helped me enroll.

registry

/ˈrɛdʒɪstri/

noun

A place where records are kept.

Example: Visit the registry for information.

Key Pronunciation Differences

'register' has 3 syllables; 'registration' has 4.

'register' ends in 'ter'; 'registrar' ends in 'rar'.

'register' uses 'ter'; 'registry' ends with 'try'.

Pro Tips

Remember syllable stress

Stress the first syllable to sound natural.

Listen to native speakers

Pay attention to the subtle differences in endings.

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