How to Pronounce Monster

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

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈmɒnstə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “monster”

"monster" has 2 syllables: monst-er.

What does monster mean?

noun

  1. A terrifying and dangerous creature.
  2. A bizarre or whimsical creature.

    “The children decided Grover was a cuddly monster.”

verb

  1. To make into a monster; to categorise as a monster; to demonise.
  2. To behave as a monster to; to terrorise.

adjective

  1. Very large; worthy of a monster.

    “He has a monster appetite.”

  2. Great; very good; excellent.

Synonyms

giganticmonstrous

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Related words

monstrosityfreakgiantbehemothfienddevildemonogre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "monster"?▾

"Monster" has 2 syllables: monst · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "monster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "monster" is /ˈmɒnstə(ɹ)/.

What does "monster" mean?▾

Monster: A terrifying and dangerous creature.

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