How to Pronounce Racketeers

To pronounce "racketeers", say RACK-et-eers — 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

RACK-et-eers

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💡 Tip for remembering “racketeers”

"racketeers" has 3 syllables: rack-et-eers. It rhymes with sneers and tears, if that helps it stick.

What does racketeers 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 racketeers

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 "racketeers"?▾

"Racketeers" has 3 syllables: rack · et · eers.

What does "racketeers" mean?▾

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

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