How to Pronounce Also-ran

To pronounce "also-ran", say ALS-or-an — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ALS-or-an

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💡 Tip for remembering “also-ran”

"also-ran" has 3 syllables: als-or-an.

What does also-ran mean?

noun

  1. A person or animal who competed in a race but did not win.
  2. A loser; a person or thing soon to be forgotten.

Related words

loserstragglerunderdogoutsiderbackmarkernobblerbanditunderbidder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "also-ran"?▾

"Also-ran" has 3 syllables: als · or · an.

What does "also-ran" mean?▾

Also-ran: A person or animal who competed in a race but did not win.

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