How to Pronounce Peter

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

peter

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈpiːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “peter”

"peter" has 2 syllables: pet-er. It rhymes with meter and beater, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: pieter — easy to mix up when writing.

What does peter mean?

noun

  1. The penis.

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Words that rhyme with peter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meterbeaterskeeterpraetorammetermetreheatercheatergreeterseedeatercentimeterrepeater

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "peter"?▾

"Peter" has 2 syllables: pet · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "peter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "peter" is /ˈpiːtə/.

What does "peter" mean?▾

Peter: The penis.

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