How to Pronounce Darker

To pronounce "darker", say DARK-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɑːkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdɑːkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “darker”

"darker" has 2 syllables: dark-er. It rhymes with marker and sharker, if that helps it stick.

What does darker mean?

adjective

Having an absolute or (more often) relative lack of light.
“The room was too dark for reading.”
(of colour) Dull or deeper in hue; not bright or light.
“my sister's hair is darker than mine; her skin grew dark with a suntan”

Synonyms

hopeless negative pessimistic unenlightened deep dim gloomy hidden

Antonyms

bright light pale lit

Words that rhyme with darker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

marker sharker barker larker parker harker sparker starker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "darker"?▾

"Darker" has 2 syllables: dark · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "darker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "darker" is /ˈdɑːkə/.

What does "darker" mean?▾

Darker: Having an absolute or (more often) relative lack of light.

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