How to Pronounce Breathalyzer

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

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

BREATH-alyz-er

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"breathalyzer" has 3 syllables: breath-alyz-er.

What does breathalyzer mean?

noun

  1. A device that measures alcohol in expired air so as to estimate the concentration of alcohol in a person's blood; used by traffic police in cases of suspected driving while under the influence of alcohol.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "breathalyzer"?▾

"Breathalyzer" has 3 syllables: breath · alyz · er.

What does "breathalyzer" mean?▾

Breathalyzer: A device that measures alcohol in expired air so as to estimate the concentration of alcohol in a person's blood; used by traffic police in cases of suspected driving while under the influence of alcohol.

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