How to Pronounce Signifier

To pronounce "signifier", say SIGN-if-ier — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

SIGN-if-ier

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💡 Tip for remembering “signifier”

"signifier" has 3 syllables: sign-if-ier.

What does signifier mean?

noun

  1. Something or someone that signifies, makes something more significant or important.
  2. The sound of spoken word or string of letters on a page that a person recognizes as a sign.

Synonyms

significator

Related words

significatorsignificantsignifyingsignalitysignifiedsignsignumsymptom

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "signifier"?▾

"Signifier" has 3 syllables: sign · if · ier.

What does "signifier" mean?▾

Signifier: Something or someone that signifies, makes something more significant or important.

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