How to Pronounce Archer

To pronounce "archer", say ARCH-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɑː(ɹ).tʃə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɑː(ɹ).tʃə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “archer”

"archer" has 2 syllables: arch-er. It rhymes with departure and marcher, if that helps it stick.

What does archer mean?

noun

  1. One who shoots an arrow from a bow or a bolt from a crossbow.
  2. The bishop in chess.

Synonyms

bowmancrossbowmanmarksmantoxophilitetoxotes

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Words that rhyme with archer

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departuremarcherparcherstarcherparturekarcher

Related words

bowmanarrowvolleystrikergreenhindsagittariusfact

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "archer"?▾

"Archer" has 2 syllables: arch · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "archer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "archer" is /ˈɑː(ɹ).tʃə(ɹ)/.

What does "archer" mean?▾

Archer: One who shoots an arrow from a bow or a bolt from a crossbow.

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