How to Pronounce Downer

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdaʊnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “downer”

"downer" has 2 syllables: down-er. It rhymes with encounter and crowner, if that helps it stick.

What does downer mean?

noun

  1. A negative drug trip.

    “Normally those pills give me a boost, but last night they gave me a downer.”

  2. A drug that has depressant qualities.

Synonyms

buzzkillkilljoyspoilsport

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Words that rhyme with downer

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encountercrownerbrownerdrownerfrownerboughnergoughnourlawner

Related words

sedativedepressantdonnertranquillisertranquilizerpainkillertannerdonald

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "downer"?▾

"Downer" has 2 syllables: down · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "downer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "downer" is /ˈdaʊnə/.

What does "downer" mean?▾

Downer: A negative drug trip.

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