How to Pronounce Protractor

To pronounce "protractor", say PROTR-act-or — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

PROTR-act-or

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💡 Tip for remembering “protractor”

"protractor" has 3 syllables: protr-act-or. It rhymes with protracter, if that helps it stick.

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

What does protractor mean?

noun

  1. One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.
  2. A circular or semicircular tool for drawing or measuring angles.

Words that rhyme with protractor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

protracter

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "protractor"?▾

"Protractor" has 3 syllables: protr · act · or.

What does "protractor" mean?▾

Protractor: One who, or that which, protracts, or causes protraction.

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