How to Pronounce Steamer

To pronounce "steamer", say STEAM-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈstiːmə(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

/ˈstiːmə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “steamer”

"steamer" has 2 syllables: steam-er. It rhymes with screamer and dreamer, if that helps it stick.

What does steamer mean?

noun

  1. A device or object that works by the operation of steam.
  2. A mode of transportation propelled by steam.

verb

  1. To travel by steamer.

noun

  1. A kind of chest for luggage, having a flat or slightly curved top and usually covered in canvas, leather or patterned paper.

Synonyms

benderbingecarousepiss-uppackersteamer

Words that rhyme with steamer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

screamerdreamerstreamerreamerfemurlemurcreamerbeemerbeamerteemerseemer

Related words

steamshipsteamvaporvapourmisttide

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "steamer"?▾

"Steamer" has 2 syllables: steam · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "steamer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "steamer" is /ˈstiːmə(ɹ)/.

What does "steamer" mean?▾

Steamer: A device or object that works by the operation of steam.

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