How to Pronounce Taller

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈtɔːlə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “taller”

"taller" has 2 syllables: tall-er. It rhymes with holler and scholar, if that helps it stick.

What does taller mean?

adjective

(of a person) Having a vertical extent greater than the average. For example, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be considered to be tall.
“Being tall is an advantage in basketball.”
(of a building, etc.) Having its top a long way up; having a great vertical (and often greater than horizontal) extent; high.

Antonyms

low low-rise short

Words that rhyme with taller

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

holler scholar collar crawler squalor color hauler caller loller collor trawler smaller

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "taller"?▾

"Taller" has 2 syllables: tall · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "taller"?▾

The IPA transcription of "taller" is /ˈtɔːlə/.

What does "taller" mean?▾

Taller: (of a person) Having a vertical extent greater than the average. For example, somebody with a height of over 6 feet would generally be considered to be tall.

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