How to Pronounce Garter

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɡɑːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “garter”

"garter" has 2 syllables: gart-er. It rhymes with tartar and martyr, if that helps it stick.

What does garter mean?

noun

  1. A band worn around the leg to hold up a sock or stocking.
  2. A bendlet.

verb

  1. To fasten with a garter

Words that rhyme with garter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tartarmartyrstarterbarternonstartercarterpartermarter

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "garter"?▾

"Garter" has 2 syllables: gart · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "garter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "garter" is /ˈɡɑːtə/.

What does "garter" mean?▾

Garter: A band worn around the leg to hold up a sock or stocking.

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