How to Pronounce Protector

To pronounce "protector", say PROT-ect-or — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈtɛktə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pɹəˈtɛktə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “protector”

"protector" has 3 syllables: prot-ect-or. It rhymes with specter and spectre, if that helps it stick.

What does protector mean?

noun

  1. Someone who protects or guards, by assignment or on their own initiative.
  2. A device or mechanism which is designed to protect.

Synonyms

guardsentry

Words that rhyme with protector

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

specterspectresectorhectorrectorvectornectardirectordefectorprospectorinspectorlector

Related words

guardiandefenderdefensorguardprotectiveprotectprotectioncustodian

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "protector"?▾

"Protector" has 3 syllables: prot · ect · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "protector"?▾

The IPA transcription of "protector" is /pɹəˈtɛktə/.

What does "protector" mean?▾

Protector: Someone who protects or guards, by assignment or on their own initiative.

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