How to Pronounce Elders

To pronounce "elders", say ELD-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɛldəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈɛldəz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “elders”

"elders" has 2 syllables: eld-ers. It rhymes with selders and welders, if that helps it stick.

What does elders mean?

noun

An older person or an older member, usually a leader, of some community.
“We were presented to the village elder.”
One who is older than another.
“Respect your elders.”

verb

To admonish or reprove for improper conduct by the elders of the meeting.
“I was eldered for directly responding to someone else's message in meeting for worship.”

noun

A small tree, Sambucus nigra, having white flowers in a cluster, and edible purple berries
Any of the other species of the genus Sambucus: small trees, shrubs or herbaceous perennials with red, purple, or white/yellow berries (some of which are poisonous).

Synonyms

eld mzee senior antecessor forerunner black elder

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Words that rhyme with elders

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selders welders

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "elders"?▾

"Elders" has 2 syllables: eld · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "elders"?▾

The IPA transcription of "elders" is /ˈɛldəz/.

What does "elders" mean?▾

Elders: An older person or an older member, usually a leader, of some community.

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