How to Pronounce Dresser

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈdɹɛsə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “dresser”

"dresser" has 2 syllables: dress-er. It rhymes with successor and oppressor, if that helps it stick.

What does dresser mean?

noun

An item of kitchen furniture, like a cabinet with shelves, for storing crockery or utensils.
An item of bedroom furniture, like a low chest of drawers, often with a mirror.

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Words that rhyme with dresser

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successor oppressor predecessor assessor professor transgressor blesser lessor possessor stressor cessor processor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dresser"?▾

"Dresser" has 2 syllables: dress · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "dresser"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dresser" is /ˈdɹɛsə/.

What does "dresser" mean?▾

Dresser: An item of kitchen furniture, like a cabinet with shelves, for storing crockery or utensils.

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