How to Pronounce Chronometer

To pronounce "chronometer", say CHRON-om-et-er — 4 syllables, IPA /kɹəˈnɒm.ə.tə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/kɹəˈnɒm.ə.tə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chronometer”

"chronometer" has 4 syllables: chron-om-et-er. It rhymes with sonometer and tonometer, if that helps it stick.

What does chronometer mean?

noun

  1. A device for measuring time, such as a watch or clock.

Synonyms

chronoscope

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Words that rhyme with chronometer

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sonometertonometerphonometer

Related words

clockchronometrechronoscopemicrochronometerchronographchronographytimerchronothermometer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chronometer"?▾

"Chronometer" has 4 syllables: chron · om · et · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "chronometer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chronometer" is /kɹəˈnɒm.ə.tə(ɹ)/.

What does "chronometer" mean?▾

Chronometer: A device for measuring time, such as a watch or clock.

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