How to Pronounce Optometrist

To pronounce "optometrist", say OPT-om-etr-ist — 4 syllables, IPA /ɒpˈtɒmətɹɪst/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɒpˈtɒmətɹɪst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “optometrist”

"optometrist" has 4 syllables: opt-om-etr-ist.

What does optometrist mean?

noun

  1. A person trained and skilled in examining and testing the eyes for defects, in order to prescribe corrective lenses or treatment.

Related words

oculistopticianocularistoptomologistophthalmistparaoptometricophthalmoscopistotoscopist

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "optometrist"?▾

"Optometrist" has 4 syllables: opt · om · etr · ist.

What is the IPA transcription of "optometrist"?▾

The IPA transcription of "optometrist" is /ɒpˈtɒmətɹɪst/.

What does "optometrist" mean?▾

Optometrist: A person trained and skilled in examining and testing the eyes for defects, in order to prescribe corrective lenses or treatment.

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