How to Pronounce Dr

To pronounce "dr", say DR — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “dr”

"dr" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with contrive and strive, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: drive — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dr mean?

noun

  1. A person or firm that owes money; one in debt; one who owes a debt
  2. One who owes another anything, or is under obligation, arising from express agreement, implication of law, or principles of natural justice, to pay money or to fulfill some other obligation; in bankruptcy or similar proceedings, the person who is the subject of the proceeding.

Antonyms

creditor

Words that rhyme with dr

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

contrivestrivedrivederivearchiveconniveliverevivealivethriveshrivearrive

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dr"?▾

"Dr" has one syllable.

What does "dr" mean?▾

Dr: A person or firm that owes money; one in debt; one who owes a debt

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