How to Pronounce "strainer"
word
ˈstɹeɪnɚ
STRAY-ner
stɹˈeɪnɐ
STRAY-nuh
Definition
A strainer is a kitchen tool with small holes used to separate liquids from solids, like when draining pasta or washing vegetables.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹeɪnɚ
British English
stɹˈeɪnɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRAY-ner
UK
STRAY-nuh
Listen in Context
Use a strainer to drain the pasta.
She poured the juice through a strainer to remove the seeds.
Wash the berries in a strainer under cold water.
I can't find the strainer—did you put it in the dishwasher?