How to Pronounce Naysayer

To pronounce "naysayer", say NAYS-ay-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈneɪ.ˌseɪ.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈneɪ.ˌseɪ.ə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “naysayer”

"naysayer" has 3 syllables: nays-ay-er. It rhymes with soothsayer and purveyor, if that helps it stick.

What does naysayer mean?

noun

  1. One who consistently denies, criticizes, or doubts; a detractor.

    “He ignored the naysayers and succeeded with his idea.”

Synonyms

cynicdoubtermisanthropepessimist

Antonyms

yea-sayeryeasayer

Words that rhyme with naysayer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

soothsayerpurveyorlayerprayerplayersprayerslayerconveyorassayerconveyerdoomsayersauter

Related words

antinay-sayergainsayerderogatordenialistdenierdenigratorskeptic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "naysayer"?▾

"Naysayer" has 3 syllables: nays · ay · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "naysayer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "naysayer" is /ˈneɪ.ˌseɪ.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "naysayer" mean?▾

Naysayer: One who consistently denies, criticizes, or doubts; a detractor.

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