How to Pronounce Closer

To pronounce "closer", say CLOS-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkloʊsɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkloʊsɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “closer”

"closer" has 2 syllables: clos-er. It rhymes with poseur and noser, if that helps it stick.

What does closer mean?

adjective

  1. Closed, shut.
  2. Narrow; confined.

    “a close alley; close quarters”

Synonyms

highclose bynearnearbymuggyoppressiveintimate

Antonyms

opendistantfarfar offfarawayremote

Words that rhyme with closer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

poseurnosercomposerjosserbulldozerproserdosergrocergrosserbowserdisposeroser

Related words

nearernearnigherclosureapproachoverfurtherincreasing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "closer"?▾

"Closer" has 2 syllables: clos · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "closer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "closer" is /ˈkloʊsɚ/.

What does "closer" mean?▾

Closer: Closed, shut.

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