How to Pronounce Minster

To pronounce "minster", say MINST-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɪnstə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɪnstə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “minster”

"minster" has 2 syllables: minst-er. It rhymes with spinster and finster, if that helps it stick.

What does minster mean?

noun

  1. A monastic church.
  2. A cathedral church without any monastic connection.

Words that rhyme with minster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

spinsterfinsterbuckminsteredminsterleominsterwarminsterwestminster

Related words

cathedralministerministerialministrechiefchairmanministrysecretary

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "minster"?▾

"Minster" has 2 syllables: minst · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "minster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "minster" is /ˈmɪnstə/.

What does "minster" mean?▾

Minster: A monastic church.

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