How to Pronounce Supervisor

To pronounce "supervisor", say SUP-erv-is-or — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈsuːpɚˌvaɪzɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈsuːpɚˌvaɪzɚ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “supervisor”

"supervisor" has 4 syllables: sup-erv-is-or. It rhymes with advisor and womanizer, if that helps it stick.

What does supervisor mean?

noun

  1. A person with the official task of overseeing the work of a person or group, or of other operations and activities.
  2. A person who monitors someone to make sure they comply with rules or other requirements set for them.

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Words that rhyme with supervisor

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advisorwomanizerriseradvisersynthesizerincisorappetizerpolarizerstabilizergeyserfertilizerorganizer

Related words

managersuperintendentcomptrollershipsupervisioncomptrollerbossforemanauditor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supervisor"?▾

"Supervisor" has 4 syllables: sup · erv · is · or.

What is the IPA transcription of "supervisor"?▾

The IPA transcription of "supervisor" is /ˈsuːpɚˌvaɪzɚ/.

What does "supervisor" mean?▾

Supervisor: A person with the official task of overseeing the work of a person or group, or of other operations and activities.

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