cater

/ˈkeɪtər/
Syllables ca·ter
Stress CA-ter

Phonics Breakdown

ca
/keɪ/
long a_e
t
/t/
voiceless th
er
/ər/
er schwa

Meaning

to provide food or services, especially for an event; to cater to needs

Sound Reference

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ca=/keɪ/(cake) + ter=/tər/(butter)

Example

The company will cater the wedding reception.