How to Pronounce Arrester

To pronounce "arrester", say ARR-est-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

arrester

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ARR-est-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “arrester”

"arrester" has 3 syllables: arr-est-er. It rhymes with arrestor, if that helps it stick.

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

What does arrester mean?

noun

  1. One who places another under arrest.
  2. A device that stops or prevents, such as a railway buffer, or a spark arrester that prevents sparks from being released to start fires.

Words that rhyme with arrester

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

arrestor

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arrester"?▾

"Arrester" has 3 syllables: arr · est · er.

What does "arrester" mean?▾

Arrester: One who places another under arrest.

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