How to Pronounce Finger

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈfɪŋəɹ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “finger”

"finger" has 2 syllables: fing-er. It rhymes with forefinger and goldfinger, if that helps it stick.

What does finger mean?

noun

  1. A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, exclusive of the thumb.

    “Humans have two hands and ten fingers. Each hand has one thumb and four fingers.”

  2. Similar or similar-looking extremities in other animals, particularly:

verb

  1. To identify or point out. Also put the finger on. To report to or identify for the authorities, rat on, rat out, squeal on, tattle on, turn in.
  2. To poke, probe, feel, or fondle with a finger or fingers.

Synonyms

blokeboyguvladjet bridgedigittendrilfingeringfingerbangfingerfuck

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Words that rhyme with finger

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forefingergoldfingerherrlingeringarlinger

Related words

thumbfeelfingerbreadthdigithandwristnailepi

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "finger"?▾

"Finger" has 2 syllables: fing · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "finger"?▾

The IPA transcription of "finger" is /ˈfɪŋəɹ/.

What does "finger" mean?▾

Finger: A slender jointed extremity of the human hand, exclusive of the thumb.

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