How to Pronounce "sterner"
word
ˈstɝnɝ
STUR-ner
stˈɜːnɐ
STUR-nuh
Definition
Comparative form of 'stern': more strict or serious; showing greater firmness, severity, or no-nonsense attitude than someone or something else.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɝnɝ
British English
stˈɜːnɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STUR-ner
UK
STUR-nuh
Listen in Context
My teacher became sterner after the exam.
His mother spoke in a sterner tone than usual.
The coach gave the team a sterner warning this time.
If you keep breaking the rules, expect sterner consequences.