How to Pronounce Hugger

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈhʌɡɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hugger”

"hugger" has 2 syllables: hugg-er. It rhymes with bugger and twigger, if that helps it stick.

What does hugger mean?

noun

  1. One who hugs or embraces.

verb

  1. To conceal; to lurk in ambush.

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Words that rhyme with hugger

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

buggertwiggersluggermuggerluggerpluggerchuggersnuggerpuggerruggertuggerdrugger

Related words

muggerhandholdergrabbergrapplerswaddlerempathizercuddlerindulger

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hugger"?▾

"Hugger" has 2 syllables: hugg · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "hugger"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hugger" is /ˈhʌɡɚ/.

What does "hugger" mean?▾

Hugger: One who hugs or embraces.

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