How to Pronounce Qualifier

To pronounce "qualifier", say QUAL-if-ier — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪ.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪ.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “qualifier”

"qualifier" has 3 syllables: qual-if-ier. It rhymes with desire and acquire, if that helps it stick.

What does qualifier mean?

noun

  1. One who qualifies for something, especially a contestant who qualifies for a stage in a competition.
  2. A preliminary stage of a competition.

Synonyms

modifier

Words that rhyme with qualifier

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

desireacquirepyrepriorsirefirequagmireenquirerequiresatiretranspireattire

Related words

modifierfinalslabelreservetermrestrictionappliedqualification

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "qualifier"?▾

"Qualifier" has 3 syllables: qual · if · ier.

What is the IPA transcription of "qualifier"?▾

The IPA transcription of "qualifier" is /ˈkwɒl.ɪ.faɪ.ə/.

What does "qualifier" mean?▾

Qualifier: One who qualifies for something, especially a contestant who qualifies for a stage in a competition.

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