How to Pronounce Actors

To pronounce "actors", say ACT-ors — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

ACT-ors

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💡 Tip for remembering “actors”

"actors" has 2 syllables: act-ors. It rhymes with malefactors and factors, if that helps it stick.

What does actors 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 actors

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malefactorsfactorsbenefactorsdetractorscontractorstractorschiropractorsreactorsrefractors

Related words

doerworkerhistrionthespianplayeractivistsactressactresses

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "actors"?▾

"Actors" has 2 syllables: act · ors.

What does "actors" mean?▾

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

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