How to Pronounce Outlier

To pronounce "outlier", say OUTL-ier — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈaʊtˌlaɪə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈaʊtˌlaɪə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “outlier”

"outlier" has 2 syllables: outl-ier.

What does outlier mean?

noun

  1. A person or thing situated away from the main body or outside its proper place.
  2. A part of a formation separated from the rest of the formation by erosion.

Antonyms

inlier

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "outlier"?▾

"Outlier" has 2 syllables: outl · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "outlier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "outlier" is /ˈaʊtˌlaɪə(ɹ)/.

What does "outlier" mean?▾

Outlier: A person or thing situated away from the main body or outside its proper place.

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