How to Pronounce Offer

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

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɑfɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “offer”

"offer" has 2 syllables: off-er. It rhymes with scoffer and counteroffer, if that helps it stick.

What does offer mean?

noun

  1. A proposal that has been made.

    “I decline your offer to contract.”

  2. Something put forth, bid, proffered or tendered.

    “His offer was $3.50 per share.”

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Words that rhyme with offer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scoffercounteroffercougherdoffersophercopherreoffercofferghafargrundhoferhauferhoffer

Related words

profferproposeprovidevolunteerpassextendtender

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "offer"?▾

"Offer" has 2 syllables: off · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "offer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "offer" is /ˈɑfɚ/.

What does "offer" mean?▾

Offer: A proposal that has been made.

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