How to Pronounce Descriptor

To pronounce "descriptor", say DESCR-ipt-or — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈskɹɪptə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/dɪˈskɹɪptə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “descriptor”

"descriptor" has 3 syllables: descr-ipt-or. It rhymes with rescriptor, if that helps it stick.

What does descriptor mean?

noun

  1. That which describes; a word, phrase, etc. serving as a description.

Synonyms

index term

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Words that rhyme with descriptor

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rescriptor

Related words

descriptiondescriptivecapabilityqualifiertaglabeldesignationidentifier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descriptor"?▾

"Descriptor" has 3 syllables: descr · ipt · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "descriptor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "descriptor" is /dɪˈskɹɪptə(ɹ)/.

What does "descriptor" mean?▾

Descriptor: That which describes; a word, phrase, etc. serving as a description.

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