How to Pronounce Older

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈəʊldə/

IPA

"older" has 2 syllables: old-er. It rhymes with shoulder and smolder, if that helps it stick.

adjective

Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.
“an old abandoned building; an old friend”
Having been used and thus no longer new or unused.
“I find that an old toothbrush is good to clean the keyboard with.”

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How many syllables are in "older"?▾

"Older" has 2 syllables: old · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "older"?▾

The IPA transcription of "older" is /ˈəʊldə/.

What does "older" mean?▾

Older: Of an object, concept, relationship, etc., having existed for a relatively long period of time.

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