How to pronounce “caer”
Hear how “caer (to fall)” sounds in Spanish, then read the breakdown below.
Accent
Breakdown
| Meaning | to fall |
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| Syllables | ca · er (2) |
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| Stress | Words ending in a consonant other than n or s stress the last syllable: ER. |
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| IPA | /ka.ˈeɾ/ |
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Tips for English speakers
Common mistake: Two syllables: kah-EHR, not "CARE".
- The single r is a quick tap, like the "tt" in American English "butter". Don't use an English r.
- Keep every vowel short and pure: a = "ah", e = "eh", i = "ee", o = "oh", u = "oo". No gliding.
Learn more: Spanish R and RR · Stress and accent marks · Spanish vowels
Example sentences
Cuidado, no te caigas.Careful, don't fall.
Se cayó de la bicicleta.He fell off his bike.
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