How to Pronounce Kelter

To pronounce "kelter", say KELT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɛl.tə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɛl.tə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “kelter”

"kelter" has 2 syllables: kelt-er. It rhymes with welter and shelter, if that helps it stick.

What does kelter mean?

noun

  1. (usually in the negative) (Good) condition, form, or order; fettle.
  2. A hand of playing cards which is useless; a dead man's hand.

Words that rhyme with kelter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

weltersheltersweltersmelterpelterskelterheltermelterashenfelter

Related words

valurelengerkowalfearersteresglozerflesherspees

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "kelter"?▾

"Kelter" has 2 syllables: kelt · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "kelter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "kelter" is /ˈkɛl.tə/.

What does "kelter" mean?▾

Kelter: (usually in the negative) (Good) condition, form, or order; fettle.

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