How to Pronounce Miser

To pronounce "miser", say MIS-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmaɪzə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈmaɪzə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “miser”

"miser" has 2 syllables: mis-er. It rhymes with advisor and supervisor, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mizer — easy to mix up when writing.

What does miser mean?

noun

  1. A person who hoards money rather than spending it; one who is cheap or extremely parsimonious.
  2. A kind of earth auger, typically large-bored and often hand-operated.

Antonyms

spendthrift

Words that rhyme with miser

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advisorsupervisorwomanizerriseradvisersynthesizerincisorappetizerpolarizerstabilizergeyserfertilizer

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "miser"?▾

"Miser" has 2 syllables: mis · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "miser"?▾

The IPA transcription of "miser" is /ˈmaɪzə(ɹ)/.

What does "miser" mean?▾

Miser: A person who hoards money rather than spending it; one who is cheap or extremely parsimonious.

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