How to Pronounce Ledger

To pronounce "ledger", say LEDG-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɛdʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈlɛdʒə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ledger”

"ledger" has 2 syllables: ledg-er. It rhymes with leger and edger, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: leger — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ledger mean?

noun

  1. A book for keeping notes, especially one for keeping accounting records; a record book, a register.
  2. A large, flat stone, especially one laid over a tomb.

verb

  1. To record (something) in, or as if in, a ledger.
  2. To use (a certain type of bait) in bottom fishing.

Synonyms

ligger

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Words that rhyme with ledger

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

legeredgerpledgorhedgerpledger

Related words

daybookbooklegerbooksregisteraccountantregistrybookkeeping

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ledger"?▾

"Ledger" has 2 syllables: ledg · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "ledger"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ledger" is /ˈlɛdʒə/.

What does "ledger" mean?▾

Ledger: A book for keeping notes, especially one for keeping accounting records; a record book, a register.

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