Router Pronunciation: A Poll on the Correct Way to Say It

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The discussion centers around the pronunciation of the word "router," highlighting significant regional differences. In the U.S., it is commonly pronounced as "rowter," while in the UK, it is often pronounced "rooter," especially when referring to the networking device. Participants note that the pronunciation can vary based on context, with "router" derived from the verb "to rout" sounding like "rowter" and the noun "route" sounding like "root." The conversation also touches on the complexities of English pronunciation and the influence of geographic and cultural factors on language. Additionally, there is mention of the challenges in spelling out pronunciations without phonetic symbols, and the dynamic nature of language as it evolves over time. The thread concludes with humorous exchanges about language and regional dialects.

How to pronounce router?

  • Rooter

    Votes: 8 29.6%

  • Rowter

    Votes: 19 70.4%
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    27
  • #31
mfb said:
Ansatz is German for "approach" (approximately), it doesn't make sense to add 's to it.
I couldn't write Ansätze, couldn't I?. And if they get uneasy on their routers, I'll demand all back, not just a single Ansatz. :biggrin:
But demanding a correct plural might be an even far better idea!
 
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Ah, plural. That is challenging. But so is Schrödinger's name for those not familiar with German. Or Euler.
 
  • #33
davenn said:
a rooter isn't a good word, the only use I know of for someone/animal that is a rooter is the slang for intercourse
In the US, Roto-Rooter is a well-known plumbing company that specializes in clearing clogged drains and sewers. :biggrin:

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  • #34
mfb said:
Ah, plural. That is challenging. But so is Schrödinger's name for those not familiar with German. Or Euler.
My favorite is Graßmann.

Euler should be easy. They have an entire hockey team with his name! The Edmonton Eulers!
 
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jtbell said:
In the US, Roto-Rooter is a well-known plumbing company that specializes in clearing clogged drains and sewers. :biggrin:

Sam_Blanc_and_Early_Machine.jpg


(from Wikipedia)
That is the first thing that crossed my mind about this thread, I was also surprised to see Dave was familiar with the same context as I am, that dates from school days in the 70's for me. I would reset my "rooter" by flushing, but the power was off briefly and my router reset itself today.:smile:
 
  • #36
fresh_42 said:
The Edmonton Eulers!
Laughing my azz off! :smile:
 

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