How to Pronounce Barker

To pronounce "barker", say BARK-er — 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

BARK-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “barker

"barker" has 2 syllables: bark-er. It rhymes with marker and sharker, if that helps it stick.

What does barker mean?

noun

  1. Someone or something who barks.

    My neighbor's dog is a constant barker that keeps me awake at night.

  2. A person employed to solicit customers by calling out to passersby, e.g. at a carnival.

    Bob had amassed a considerable stockpile of double entendres from his days working as a barker for a strip joint.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "barker"?

"Barker" has 2 syllables: bark · er.

What does "barker" mean?

Barker: Someone or something who barks.

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