How to Pronounce Racketeer

To pronounce "racketeer", say RACK-et-eer — 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

RACK-et-eer

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💡 Tip for remembering “racketeer”

"racketeer" has 3 syllables: rack-et-eer. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

What does racketeer mean?

noun

  1. One who commits crimes (especially fraud, bribery, loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.
  2. One who instigates or has involvement with a racket.

verb

  1. To carry out illegal business activities or criminal schemes.
  2. To commit crimes systematically as part of a criminal organization.

Words that rhyme with racketeer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "racketeer"?▾

"Racketeer" has 3 syllables: rack · et · eer.

What does "racketeer" mean?▾

Racketeer: One who commits crimes (especially fraud, bribery, loansharking, extortion etc.) to aid in running a shady or illegal business.

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