How to Pronounce Letter

To pronounce "letter", say LETT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /-ɾə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/-ɾə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “letter”

"letter" has 2 syllables: lett-er. It rhymes with better and setter, if that helps it stick.

What does letter mean?

noun

A symbol in an alphabet.
“There are twenty-six letters in the English alphabet.”
A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.
“I wrote a letter to my sister about my life.”

verb

To print, inscribe, or paint letters on something.
(scholastic) To earn a varsity letter (award).

noun

An identifying initial of the academic institution that is awarded to a member of a varsity team. It is made from structured cloth, and intended to be sewn to a piece of clothing such as a varsity sweater or varsity jacket.

Synonyms

bookstaff bookstave

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Words that rhyme with letter

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better setter bettor trendsetter sweater getter etter retter newsletter pacesetter debtor fretter

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "letter"?▾

"Letter" has 2 syllables: lett · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "letter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "letter" is /-ɾə(ɹ)/.

What does "letter" mean?▾

Letter: A symbol in an alphabet.

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