How to Pronounce Breadwinner

To pronounce "breadwinner", say BREADW-inn-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹɛdˌwɪnɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈbɹɛdˌwɪnɚ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “breadwinner”

"breadwinner" has 3 syllables: breadw-inn-er. It rhymes with beginner and skinner, if that helps it stick.

What does breadwinner mean?

noun

  1. The primary income-earner in a household.

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Words that rhyme with breadwinner

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beginnerskinnerinnersinnerspinnerdinnertinnerthinnerwinnerpinnerberlinerfinner

Related words

parentfamilymaintainersupportersponsorpurveyorlivelihoodsupplier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "breadwinner"?▾

"Breadwinner" has 3 syllables: breadw · inn · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "breadwinner"?▾

The IPA transcription of "breadwinner" is /ˈbɹɛdˌwɪnɚ/.

What does "breadwinner" mean?▾

Breadwinner: The primary income-earner in a household.

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