How to Pronounce Slacker

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈslækɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “slacker”

"slacker" has 2 syllables: slack-er. It rhymes with tracker and knacker, if that helps it stick.

What does slacker mean?

noun

  1. One who procrastinates or is lazy.
  2. A person lacking a sense of direction in life; an underachiever.

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Words that rhyme with slacker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trackerknackerhackerbackerlacquerpackersmackerlackerattackerrackermacherlinebacker

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "slacker"?▾

"Slacker" has 2 syllables: slack · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "slacker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "slacker" is /ˈslækɚ/.

What does "slacker" mean?▾

Slacker: One who procrastinates or is lazy.

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