How to Pronounce Actor

To pronounce "actor", say ACT-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈæk.tə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈæk.tə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “actor”

"actor" has 2 syllables: act-or. It rhymes with benefactor and malefactor, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: akhtar — easy to mix up when writing.

What does actor mean?

noun

  1. A person who performs, plays a part in a theatrical play or film.
  2. One who acts; a doer.

Synonyms

complainantplaintiffroledoerparticipantperformerplayer

Antonyms

undergoer

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Words that rhyme with actor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

benefactormalefactorfactortractorreactorsubcontractorchiropractordetractor

Related words

doerworkerhistrionthespianplayerplaintiffpartyintervenor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "actor"?▾

"Actor" has 2 syllables: act · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "actor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "actor" is /ˈæk.tə/.

What does "actor" mean?▾

Actor: A person who performs, plays a part in a theatrical play or film.

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