How to Pronounce Man-eater

To pronounce "man-eater", say MAN-eat-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

MAN-eat-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “man-eater”

"man-eater" has 3 syllables: man-eat-er.

What does man-eater mean?

noun

  1. An animal that has a reputation for eating humans, such as the tiger or shark.
  2. A cannibal.

Synonyms

femme fatale

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "man-eater"?▾

"Man-eater" has 3 syllables: man · eat · er.

What does "man-eater" mean?▾

Man-eater: An animal that has a reputation for eating humans, such as the tiger or shark.

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