How to Pronounce Eraser

To pronounce "eraser", say ER-as-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪˈɹeɪzə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɪˈɹeɪzə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “eraser”

"eraser" has 3 syllables: er-as-er. It rhymes with chaser and tracer, if that helps it stick.

What does eraser mean?

noun

  1. One who erases.
  2. A thing used to erase or remove something written or drawn by a pen or a pencil.

    “I have worn out the eraser on this pencil.”

Synonyms

bungeeindia rubberrubber

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Words that rhyme with eraser

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

chasertracerbracerlacerplaceracerbaserpacerspacerfacer

Related words

clearancecleanupcleaningclean-uproughscratchcleansingcleanliness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "eraser"?▾

"Eraser" has 3 syllables: er · as · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "eraser"?▾

The IPA transcription of "eraser" is /ɪˈɹeɪzə/.

What does "eraser" mean?▾

Eraser: One who erases.

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