How to Pronounce Authors

To pronounce "authors", say AUTH-ors — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɔː.θəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈɔː.θəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “authors”

"authors" has 2 syllables: auth-ors. It rhymes with coauthors, if that helps it stick.

What does authors mean?

noun

  1. The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition.

    “Have you read any Corinthian authors?”

  2. Someone who writes books for a living.

verb

  1. (sometimes proscribed) To create a work as its author.

Synonyms

artistbookwrightcreatorfabulatorsubcreatorwriter

Words that rhyme with authors

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

coauthors

Related words

writersourcegeneratorabusersactorsapplicantsarchitectsartisans

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "authors"?▾

"Authors" has 2 syllables: auth · ors.

What is the IPA transcription of "authors"?▾

The IPA transcription of "authors" is /ˈɔː.θəz/.

What does "authors" mean?▾

Authors: The originator or creator of a work, especially of a literary composition.

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