How to Pronounce Boater

To pronounce "boater", say BOAT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɐʉt.ɘ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈbɐʉt.ɘ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “boater”

"boater" has 2 syllables: boat-er. It rhymes with motor and promoter, if that helps it stick.

What does boater mean?

noun

  1. Someone who travels by boat.
  2. One who works on a boat, especially as captain.

Synonyms

boatmanboatsmanPanamaleghorn

Words that rhyme with boater

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

motorpromoterrotorbloatertotearfloaterlocomotortoternoterdoteroatervoter

Related words

boatmansailorwatermanskimmerpanamaleghornboatingmariner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "boater"?▾

"Boater" has 2 syllables: boat · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "boater"?▾

The IPA transcription of "boater" is /ˈbɐʉt.ɘ/.

What does "boater" mean?▾

Boater: Someone who travels by boat.

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