How to Pronounce Server

To pronounce "server", say SERV-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɜːvə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈsɜːvə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “server”

"server" has 2 syllables: serv-er. It rhymes with fervor and observer, if that helps it stick.

What does server mean?

noun

A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.
A computer dedicated to running such programs.

Synonyms

salver

Antonyms

client

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Words that rhyme with server

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fervor observer preserver

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "server"?▾

"Server" has 2 syllables: serv · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "server"?▾

The IPA transcription of "server" is /ˈsɜːvə/.

What does "server" mean?▾

Server: A program that provides services to other programs or devices, either in the same computer or over a computer network.

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