How to Pronounce Flanker

To pronounce "flanker", say FLANK-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

FLANK-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “flanker”

"flanker" has 2 syllables: flank-er. It rhymes with anchor and rancor, if that helps it stick.

What does flanker mean?

noun

  1. A player who plays in the back row of the scrum.
  2. A wide receiver who lines up behind the line of scrimmage.

verb

  1. To defend by lateral fortifications.
  2. To attack sideways.

Words that rhyme with flanker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

anchorrancorcankerhankerbankertankerankerrankersupertanker

Related words

flankerbackhalfbacklockopen-sidepropopensiderbackliner

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flanker"?▾

"Flanker" has 2 syllables: flank · er.

What does "flanker" mean?▾

Flanker: A player who plays in the back row of the scrum.

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