English pronunciation · Words Starting with C
Cedar Pronunciation
Cedar is pronounced SEE-der, IPA /ˈsidɝ/.
SEE-der
US /ˈsidɝ/ · UK /ˈsiːdə/
Syllables: SEE · der (2 syllables, stress on syllable 1)
noun: A large evergreen tree with fragrant, reddish wood.
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Cedar in a Sentence
- A cedar stood at the end of the lawn.
- The chest is lined with cedar.
- Cedar keeps moths out of woollens.
Common Mispronunciations of Cedar
Not KEE-der
Soften the c to an s, which is what any following e does to it.
Not SE-der
Lengthen the opening vowel to the ee of seed, the value a single consonant after it allows.
Tip: Cedar and seeder are said identically.
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