How to Pronounce Contractors

To pronounce "contractors", say CONTR-act-ors — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

CONTR-act-ors

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💡 Tip for remembering “contractors”

"contractors" has 3 syllables: contr-act-ors. It rhymes with malefactors and factors, if that helps it stick.

What does contractors mean?

noun

  1. A person or company that builds or improves buildings.
  2. A person or company that performs specific tasks like electrical or plumbing work in construction projects.

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Words that rhyme with contractors

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

malefactorsfactorsbenefactorsdetractorsactorstractorschiropractorsreactorsrefractors

Related words

agentsbiddersbuildersbusinessbusinessesbusinessmenclaimantscommercial

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contractors"?▾

"Contractors" has 3 syllables: contr · act · ors.

What does "contractors" mean?▾

Contractors: A person or company that builds or improves buildings.

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