How to Pronounce Goiter

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɡɔɪtə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “goiter”

"goiter" has 2 syllables: goit-er. It rhymes with loiter and reconnoiter, if that helps it stick.

What does goiter mean?

noun

  1. An enlargement of the front and sides of the neck caused by inflammation of the thyroid gland.

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Words that rhyme with goiter

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loiterreconnoitergoitreboyterkreuterreuterreutter

Related words

goitrestrumaexophthalmicgoitresthyroidhypothyroidismgoitrogenhyperthyroidism

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "goiter"?▾

"Goiter" has 2 syllables: goit · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "goiter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "goiter" is /ˈɡɔɪtə/.

What does "goiter" mean?▾

Goiter: An enlargement of the front and sides of the neck caused by inflammation of the thyroid gland.

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