How to Pronounce Interloper

To pronounce "interloper", say INT-erl-op-er — 4 syllables, IPA /[ˌɪntəˈləʊ̯pə]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

interloper

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/[ˌɪntəˈləʊ̯pə]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “interloper”

"interloper" has 4 syllables: int-erl-op-er. It rhymes with roper and coper, if that helps it stick.

What does interloper mean?

noun

  1. An unlicensed or illegitimate trader.
  2. One who interferes, intrudes or gets involved where not welcome, particularly a self-interested intruder.

    “They disliked the interloper, and forced him to leave.”

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Words that rhyme with interloper

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ropercoperdoperslopersoperhopergroper

Related words

intrudertrespasserinterponentinterfererobtruderintervenormeddlerintermeddler

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "interloper"?▾

"Interloper" has 4 syllables: int · erl · op · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "interloper"?▾

The IPA transcription of "interloper" is /[ˌɪntəˈləʊ̯pə]/.

What does "interloper" mean?▾

Interloper: An unlicensed or illegitimate trader.

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