How to Pronounce Milkman

To pronounce "milkman", say MILKM-an — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪlkmən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɪlkmən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “milkman”

"milkman" has 2 syllables: milkm-an. It rhymes with deadpan and span, if that helps it stick.

What does milkman mean?

noun

  1. A man who delivers milk to households and sometimes businesses early in the morning.

Synonyms

dairymanmilkiemilkomilkwoman

Words that rhyme with milkman

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

deadpanspandivanclanmanpanfanqueancaravancatamaranharmattantran

Related words

dairymilkslagmailmanfactorlecheromilkwomanmilkie

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "milkman"?▾

"Milkman" has 2 syllables: milkm · an.

What is the IPA transcription of "milkman"?▾

The IPA transcription of "milkman" is /ˈmɪlkmən/.

What does "milkman" mean?▾

Milkman: A man who delivers milk to households and sometimes businesses early in the morning.

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