How to Pronounce Engineers

To pronounce "engineers", say ENG-in-eers — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪəz/. 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

/ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “engineers”

"engineers" has 3 syllables: eng-in-eers. It rhymes with sneers and tears, if that helps it stick.

What does engineers mean?

noun

  1. A person who is qualified or professionally engaged in any branch of engineering.
  2. A title given to an engineer.

verb

  1. To design, construct or manage something as an engineer.
  2. To alter or construct something by means of genetic engineering.

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Words that rhyme with engineers

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "engineers"?▾

"Engineers" has 3 syllables: eng · in · eers.

What is the IPA transcription of "engineers"?▾

The IPA transcription of "engineers" is /ˌɛnd͡ʒɪˈnɪəz/.

What does "engineers" mean?▾

Engineers: A person who is qualified or professionally engaged in any branch of engineering.

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