How to Pronounce Impostor

To pronounce "impostor", say IMP-ost-or — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpɒstə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ɪmˈpɒstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impostor”

"impostor" has 3 syllables: imp-ost-or. It rhymes with auster and roster, if that helps it stick.

What does impostor mean?

noun

  1. Someone who attempts to deceive by using an assumed name or identity.
  2. A sprite or animation integrated into a three-dimensional scene, but not based on an actual 3D model.

Synonyms

impersonator

Words that rhyme with impostor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

austerrosterzosterbostercosterdosterfoster

Related words

imposterfakershamfakepretenderfraudpseudpseudo

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impostor"?▾

"Impostor" has 3 syllables: imp · ost · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "impostor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impostor" is /ɪmˈpɒstə/.

What does "impostor" mean?▾

Impostor: Someone who attempts to deceive by using an assumed name or identity.

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