How to Pronounce Programmer

To pronounce "programmer", say PROGR-amm-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈpɹəʊɡɹæmə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈpɹəʊɡɹæmə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “programmer”

"programmer" has 3 syllables: progr-amm-er. It rhymes with clamor and glamour, if that helps it stick.

What does programmer mean?

noun

  1. One who writes computer programs; a software developer.
  2. One who decides which programs will be shown on a television station, or which songs will be played on a radio station.

Synonyms

coder

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Words that rhyme with programmer

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clamorglamourstammerenamorhammerglamoramorgrammarscammerslammerclammersledgehammer

Related words

programmingschedulerdeveloperscheduletimerwriterprogrammed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "programmer"?▾

"Programmer" has 3 syllables: progr · amm · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "programmer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "programmer" is /ˈpɹəʊɡɹæmə/.

What does "programmer" mean?▾

Programmer: One who writes computer programs; a software developer.

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