How to Pronounce Coroner

To pronounce "coroner", say COR-on-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkɒ.ɹə.nə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈkɒ.ɹə.nə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “coroner”

"coroner" has 3 syllables: cor-on-er. It rhymes with foreigner and warrener, if that helps it stick.

What does coroner mean?

noun

A public official who presides over an inquest into unnatural deaths, cases of treasure trove, and debris from shipwrecks.
A medical doctor who performs autopsies and determines time and cause of death from a scientific standpoint.

Synonyms

autopsier

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Words that rhyme with coroner

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foreigner warrener warriner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "coroner"?▾

"Coroner" has 3 syllables: cor · on · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "coroner"?▾

The IPA transcription of "coroner" is /ˈkɒ.ɹə.nə(ɹ)/.

What does "coroner" mean?▾

Coroner: A public official who presides over an inquest into unnatural deaths, cases of treasure trove, and debris from shipwrecks.

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