How to Pronounce Leister

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈliːstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “leister”

"leister" has 2 syllables: leist-er. It rhymes with easter and teaster, if that helps it stick.

What does leister mean?

noun

  1. A spear armed with three or more barbed prongs for catching fish, particularly salmon.

verb

  1. To catch or spear (fish) with a leister.

Synonyms

waster

Words that rhyme with leister

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

easterteasterpriestermeesterdniesterfeaster

Related words

listerspearfishspeareelspearspearfisherlancespearfishinggrain

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "leister"?▾

"Leister" has 2 syllables: leist · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "leister"?▾

The IPA transcription of "leister" is /ˈliːstə/.

What does "leister" mean?▾

Leister: A spear armed with three or more barbed prongs for catching fish, particularly salmon.

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