How to Pronounce Smoulder

To pronounce "smoulder", say SMOULD-er — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SMOULD-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “smoulder”

"smoulder" has 2 syllables: smould-er. It rhymes with foulder and bowlder, if that helps it stick.

What does smoulder mean?

verb

  1. To burn with no flame and little smoke.
  2. To show signs of repressed anger or suppressed mental turmoil or other strong emotion, such as passion.

noun

  1. Smoke; smother

verb

  1. To smother; to suffocate; to choke.

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Words that rhyme with smoulder

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foulderbowlder

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smoulder"?▾

"Smoulder" has 2 syllables: smould · er.

What does "smoulder" mean?▾

Smoulder: To burn with no flame and little smoke.

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