How to Pronounce Shooter

To pronounce "shooter", say SHOOT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃuːtə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈʃuːtə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shooter”

"shooter" has 2 syllables: shoot-er. It rhymes with pewter and suitor, if that helps it stick.

What does shooter mean?

noun

  1. Someone who shoots something; a gunner, archer etc.
  2. A firearm.

Synonyms

blastermarksmanshoot-'em-up

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Words that rhyme with shooter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pewtersuitorsharpshooterneutertootercootercomputerlooterrooterprosecutorscooterpolluter

Related words

gungunslingergunmantawshottorpedosharpshootermarksman

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shooter"?▾

"Shooter" has 2 syllables: shoot · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "shooter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shooter" is /ˈʃuːtə(ɹ)/.

What does "shooter" mean?▾

Shooter: Someone who shoots something; a gunner, archer etc.

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