How to Pronounce Rotor

To pronounce "rotor", say ROT-or — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɹəʊ.tə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɹəʊ.tə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rotor”

"rotor" has 2 syllables: rot-or. It rhymes with motor and promoter, if that helps it stick.

What does rotor mean?

noun

  1. A rotating part of a mechanical device, for example in an electric motor, generator, alternator or pump.
  2. The wing of a helicopter or similar aircraft.

Words that rhyme with rotor

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

motorpromoterboaterbloatertotearfloaterlocomotortoternoterdoteroatervoter

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rotor"?▾

"Rotor" has 2 syllables: rot · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "rotor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rotor" is /ˈɹəʊ.tə/.

What does "rotor" mean?▾

Rotor: A rotating part of a mechanical device, for example in an electric motor, generator, alternator or pump.

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