How to Pronounce Manager

To pronounce "manager", say MAN-ag-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “manager”

"manager" has 3 syllables: man-ag-er. It rhymes with tanager, if that helps it stick.

What does manager mean?

noun

  1. A person whose job is to manage something, such as a business, a restaurant, or a sports team.
  2. The head coach.

Synonyms

administratorbosschiefcomptrollercontrollerforemanheadhead man

Words that rhyme with manager

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tanager

Related words

handlerdirectorcoachsupervisoradministratordirectoratemanagingsuperintendent

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "manager"?▾

"Manager" has 3 syllables: man · ag · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "manager"?▾

The IPA transcription of "manager" is /ˈmæn.ɪ.dʒə/.

What does "manager" mean?▾

Manager: A person whose job is to manage something, such as a business, a restaurant, or a sports team.

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