How to Pronounce Editor

To pronounce "editor", say ED-it-or — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɛdɪtə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɛdɪtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “editor”

"editor" has 3 syllables: ed-it-or. It rhymes with predator and creditor, if that helps it stick.

What does editor mean?

noun

  1. A person who edits or makes changes to documents.
  2. A copy editor.

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Words that rhyme with editor

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predatorcreditorgreditor

Related words

publicationeditor-in-chiefeditorialreviewereditioneditingjournalistpublishing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "editor"?▾

"Editor" has 3 syllables: ed · it · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "editor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "editor" is /ˈɛdɪtə/.

What does "editor" mean?▾

Editor: A person who edits or makes changes to documents.

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