How to Pronounce Maker

To pronounce "maker", say MAK-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmeɪk.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈmeɪk.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “maker”

"maker" has 2 syllables: mak-er. It rhymes with caretaker and acre, if that helps it stick.

What does maker mean?

noun

  1. Someone who makes; a person or thing that makes or produces something.
  2. (usually capitalized and preceded by the) God.

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Words that rhyme with maker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

caretakeracrequakerundertakerrainmakerbreakerrakerbakertroublemakershakermatchmakerdressmaker

Related words

manufacturershaperfabricatormakingdesignerfactorymanufacturemanufacturing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "maker"?▾

"Maker" has 2 syllables: mak · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "maker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "maker" is /ˈmeɪk.ə/.

What does "maker" mean?▾

Maker: Someone who makes; a person or thing that makes or produces something.

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