How to Pronounce Settlers

To pronounce "settlers", say SETTL-ers — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛt.ləz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsɛt.ləz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “settlers”

"settlers" has 2 syllables: settl-ers.

What does settlers mean?

noun

  1. Someone who settles in a new location, especially one who takes up residence in a previously uninhabited place; a colonist.

    “the first settlers of New England”

  2. Someone who decides or settles something, such as a dispute.

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Related words

colonistarrivalscolonescolonialistscolonialscoloniescoloniserscolonists

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "settlers"?▾

"Settlers" has 2 syllables: settl · ers.

What is the IPA transcription of "settlers"?▾

The IPA transcription of "settlers" is /ˈsɛt.ləz/.

What does "settlers" mean?▾

Settlers: Someone who settles in a new location, especially one who takes up residence in a previously uninhabited place; a colonist.

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