How to Pronounce Knocker-up

To pronounce "knocker-up", say KNOCK-er-up — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

KNOCK-er-up

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💡 Tip for remembering “knocker-up”

"knocker-up" has 3 syllables: knock-er-up.

What does knocker-up mean?

noun

  1. A person whose job was to go from house to house in the early morning and wake up workers by tapping on the bedroom window with a long pole or similarly convenient implement.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "knocker-up"?▾

"Knocker-up" has 3 syllables: knock · er · up.

What does "knocker-up" mean?▾

Knocker-up: A person whose job was to go from house to house in the early morning and wake up workers by tapping on the bedroom window with a long pole or similarly convenient implement.

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