How to Pronounce Nonstarter

To pronounce "nonstarter", say NONST-art-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

NONST-art-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “nonstarter”

"nonstarter" has 3 syllables: nonst-art-er. It rhymes with tartar and martyr, if that helps it stick.

What does nonstarter mean?

noun

  1. A project that has no chance of success
  2. A horse that does not run in a race for which it has been entered

Words that rhyme with nonstarter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

tartarmartyrstarterbartergartercarterpartermarter

Related words

failureloserno-hoperunsuccessdead-endnonsuccessnever-would-be

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nonstarter"?▾

"Nonstarter" has 3 syllables: nonst · art · er.

What does "nonstarter" mean?▾

Nonstarter: A project that has no chance of success

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