To pronounce "lifesaver", say LIF-es-av-er — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"lifesaver" has 4 syllables: lif-es-av-er. It rhymes with savor and quaver, if that helps it stick.
noun
“My dad loves his job as a surf lifesaver.”
“Thank you so much for fixing my car; you're a real lifesaver!”
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"Lifesaver" has 4 syllables: lif · es · av · er.
Lifesaver: Someone or something that saves lives.
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