How to Pronounce Howler

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhaʊlə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “howler”

"howler" has 2 syllables: howl-er. It rhymes with growler and prowler, if that helps it stick.

What does howler mean?

noun

  1. That which howls, especially an animal such as a wolf or a howler monkey.
  2. A person hired to howl at a funeral.

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Words that rhyme with howler

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

growlerprowlerowlerfoulerjowlerboulerdowlerfowler

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "howler"?▾

"Howler" has 2 syllables: howl · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "howler"?▾

The IPA transcription of "howler" is /ˈhaʊlə/.

What does "howler" mean?▾

Howler: That which howls, especially an animal such as a wolf or a howler monkey.

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