How to Pronounce Plaster

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈplastə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “plaster”

"plaster" has 2 syllables: plast-er. It rhymes with master and disaster, if that helps it stick.

What does plaster mean?

noun

  1. A paste applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes.
  2. A small adhesive bandage to cover a minor wound; a sticking plaster.

verb

  1. To cover or coat something with plaster; to render.

    “to plaster a wall”

  2. To apply a plaster to.

    “to plaster a wound”

Words that rhyme with plaster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

masterdisasterasteralabasterpastorcastercastorquartermasterheadmasterburgomasterpostmasterschoolmaster

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plaster"?▾

"Plaster" has 2 syllables: plast · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "plaster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "plaster" is /ˈplastə/.

What does "plaster" mean?▾

Plaster: A paste applied to the skin for healing or cosmetic purposes.

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