How to Pronounce Highflier

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

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

HIGHFL-ier

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💡 Tip for remembering “highflier”

"highflier" has 2 syllables: highfl-ier. It rhymes with desire and acquire, if that helps it stick.

What does highflier mean?

noun

  1. A person who or a type of aircraft that flies at high elevations.
  2. An ambitious person, especially one who takes risks or has an extravagant lifestyle.

Words that rhyme with highflier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

desireacquirepyrepriorsirefirequagmireenquirerequiresatiretranspireattire

Related words

highflyerhigh-flierhigh-flyerhighboytowerhighhilltopperheight

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "highflier"?▾

"Highflier" has 2 syllables: highfl · ier.

What does "highflier" mean?▾

Highflier: A person who or a type of aircraft that flies at high elevations.

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