How to Pronounce Commander

To pronounce "commander", say COMM-and-er — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈmandə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kəˈmandə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “commander”

"commander" has 3 syllables: comm-and-er. It rhymes with candor and slander, if that helps it stick.

What does commander mean?

noun

  1. One who exercises control and direction of a military or naval organization.
  2. A naval officer whose rank is above that of a lieutenant commander and below that of captain.

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Words that rhyme with commander

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

candorslanderganderpandersalamandergerrymandercandourbystandermanderalexanderstanderhander

Related words

commandantcomandanteofficercaptaincmdrcommander-in-chiefsoldiercommissioner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "commander"?▾

"Commander" has 3 syllables: comm · and · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "commander"?▾

The IPA transcription of "commander" is /kəˈmandə/.

What does "commander" mean?▾

Commander: One who exercises control and direction of a military or naval organization.

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