How to Pronounce Letters

To pronounce "letters", say LETT-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈlɛtəz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈlɛtəz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “letters”

"letters" has 2 syllables: lett-ers. It rhymes with fetters and bettors, if that helps it stick.

What does letters mean?

noun

  1. A symbol in an alphabet.

    “There are twenty-six letters in the English alphabet.”

  2. A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.

    “I wrote a letter to my sister about my life.”

verb

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

noun

  1. One who lets, or lets out.

    “a blood-letter”

  2. One who retards or hinders.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with letters

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fettersbettorsdebtorsbetterspetterssettersnettersgettersetters

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "letters"?▾

"Letters" has 2 syllables: lett · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "letters"?▾

The IPA transcription of "letters" is /ˈlɛtəz/.

What does "letters" mean?▾

Letters: A symbol in an alphabet.

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