How to Pronounce Eager

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈiːɡə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eager”

"eager" has 2 syllables: eag-er. It rhymes with meager and beleaguer, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: eger, eagar — easy to mix up when writing.

What does eager mean?

adjective

  1. Sharp; sour; acid.
  2. Sharp; keen; bitter; severe.

Synonyms

raring

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Words that rhyme with eager

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meagerbeleaguersegarleaguerovereageregersiegerkriegerbregergiegerbrieger

Related words

avidraringzealousenthusiasticeagreovereagergreatimpatient

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eager"?▾

"Eager" has 2 syllables: eag · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "eager"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eager" is /ˈiːɡə/.

What does "eager" mean?▾

Eager: Sharp; sour; acid.

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