How to Pronounce Sharpener

To pronounce "sharpener", say SHARP-en-er — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʃɑː(ɹ)pənə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈʃɑː(ɹ)pənə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sharpener”

"sharpener" has 3 syllables: sharp-en-er.

What does sharpener mean?

noun

  1. A device for making things sharp.

    “There was a pencil sharpener at the front of the classroom.”

  2. That which makes something sharp.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sharpener"?▾

"Sharpener" has 3 syllables: sharp · en · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "sharpener"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sharpener" is /ˈʃɑː(ɹ)pənə(ɹ)/.

What does "sharpener" mean?▾

Sharpener: A device for making things sharp.

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