How to Pronounce Goalkeeper

To pronounce "goalkeeper", say GOALK-eep-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

GOALK-eep-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “goalkeeper”

"goalkeeper" has 3 syllables: goalk-eep-er. It rhymes with peeper and keeper, if that helps it stick.

What does goalkeeper mean?

noun

  1. A designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.

Synonyms

goaliegoalmindergoaltenderkeepernetkeepernetminder

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Words that rhyme with goalkeeper

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peeperkeepersleepercreepergatekeepergroundskeeperreaperweeperpeacekeeperhousekeepergamekeepercheaper

Related words

goaltendergoalienetkeeperthrustporterguardsmandoormancage

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goalkeeper"?▾

"Goalkeeper" has 3 syllables: goalk · eep · er.

What does "goalkeeper" mean?▾

Goalkeeper: A designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.

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