How to Pronounce Propeller

To pronounce "propeller", say PROP-ell-er — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

PROP-ell-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “propeller”

"propeller" has 3 syllables: prop-ell-er. It rhymes with stellar and interstellar, if that helps it stick.

What does propeller mean?

noun

  1. One who, or that which, propels.
  2. A mechanical device with evenly-shaped blades that turn on a shaft to push against air or water, especially one used to propel an aircraft or boat.

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Words that rhyme with propeller

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stellarinterstellarquellercellarstorytellertellerrathskellerbooksellerlamellarbellerellerdweller

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "propeller"?▾

"Propeller" has 3 syllables: prop · ell · er.

What does "propeller" mean?▾

Propeller: One who, or that which, propels.

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