How to Pronounce Pander

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈpændə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “pander”

"pander" has 2 syllables: pand-er. It rhymes with candor and slander, if that helps it stick.

What does pander mean?

noun

  1. A person who furthers the illicit love-affairs of others; a pimp or procurer.
  2. An offer of illicit sex with a third party.

verb

  1. To tempt with, to appeal or cater to (improper motivations, etc.); to assist in gratification.

    “His latest speech panders to the worst instincts of the electorate.”

  2. To offer illicit sex with a third party; to pimp.

Synonyms

pandererhustleprostitutewhore out

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Words that rhyme with pander

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

candorslandergandersalamandergerrymandercandourbystandermanderalexanderstanderhanderhighlander

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pander"?▾

"Pander" has 2 syllables: pand · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "pander"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pander" is /ˈpændə/.

What does "pander" mean?▾

Pander: A person who furthers the illicit love-affairs of others; a pimp or procurer.

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