How to Pronounce Clunker

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈklʌŋkɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “clunker”

"clunker" has 2 syllables: clunk-er. It rhymes with junker and younker, if that helps it stick.

What does clunker mean?

noun

  1. A decrepit motor car.
  2. Anything which is in poor condition or of poor quality.

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Words that rhyme with clunker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

junkeryounkerstinkerclinkerhunkerblinkerdunkerspelunkershrinkerpunkerplunkerdrunker

Related words

crapmobilejunkmobilejalopycratebeaterhooptiebucket

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clunker"?▾

"Clunker" has 2 syllables: clunk · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "clunker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clunker" is /ˈklʌŋkɚ/.

What does "clunker" mean?▾

Clunker: A decrepit motor car.

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