How to Pronounce Latecomer

To pronounce "latecomer", say LAT-ec-om-er — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈleɪtˌkʌm.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈleɪtˌkʌm.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “latecomer”

"latecomer" has 4 syllables: lat-ec-om-er.

What does latecomer mean?

noun

  1. One who has arrived comparatively recently.
  2. One who arrived late.

    “At the party the host made a point of greeting all the latecomers he missed in the first pass.”

Antonyms

earlycomer

Related words

newcomerafterlingoldcomernewlingbeginnerentrantup-and-comer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "latecomer"?▾

"Latecomer" has 4 syllables: lat · ec · om · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "latecomer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "latecomer" is /ˈleɪtˌkʌm.ə/.

What does "latecomer" mean?▾

Latecomer: One who has arrived comparatively recently.

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