How to Pronounce Commanders

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

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kəˈmɑːndəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “commanders”

"commanders" has 3 syllables: comm-and-ers. It rhymes with bystanders and meanders, if that helps it stick.

What does commanders 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.

Words that rhyme with commanders

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bystandersmeandersslandershighlanderspandersglandersgandersgerrymandersstandersbranderszandersmainlanders

Related words

commandantbossescaptaincaptainschefschiefchiefscomandante

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "commanders"?▾

"Commanders" has 3 syllables: comm · and · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "commanders"?▾

The IPA transcription of "commanders" is /kəˈmɑːndəz/.

What does "commanders" mean?▾

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

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