How to Pronounce Splinter

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsplɪntə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “splinter”

"splinter" has 2 syllables: splint-er. It rhymes with winter and midwinter, if that helps it stick.

What does splinter mean?

noun

  1. A long, sharp fragment of material, often wood.
  2. A group that formed by splitting off from a larger membership.

Synonyms

factionsplinter groupshardspelkspill

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Words that rhyme with splinter

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wintermidwinteroverwinterreenterwynterinter-minter

Related words

sliverflinderssecedeshardsplittingfragmentflashlustre

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "splinter"?▾

"Splinter" has 2 syllables: splint · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "splinter"?▾

The IPA transcription of "splinter" is /ˈsplɪntə(ɹ)/.

What does "splinter" mean?▾

Splinter: A long, sharp fragment of material, often wood.

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