How to Pronounce Computer

To pronounce "computer", say COMP-ut-er — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈpjuːtə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/kəmˈpjuːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “computer”

"computer" has 3 syllables: comp-ut-er. It rhymes with pewter and suitor, if that helps it stick.

What does computer mean?

noun

  1. A person employed to perform computations; one who computes.
  2. (by restriction) A male computer, where the female computer is called a computress.

Synonyms

'puterboxcalculatormachineprocessor

Words that rhyme with computer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pewtersuitorsharpshooterneutershootertootercooterlooterrooterprosecutorscooterpolluter

Related words

calculatorfigurerreckonerestimatorinformaticssupercomputermainframe

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "computer"?▾

"Computer" has 3 syllables: comp · ut · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "computer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "computer" is /kəmˈpjuːtə/.

What does "computer" mean?▾

Computer: A person employed to perform computations; one who computes.

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