How to Pronounce Teacher

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtiːt͡ʃə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “teacher”

"teacher" has 2 syllables: teach-er. It rhymes with creature and feature, if that helps it stick.

What does teacher mean?

noun

  1. A person who teaches, especially one employed in a school.
  2. The index finger; the forefinger.

Synonyms

preceptor

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Words that rhyme with teacher

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

creaturefeatureschoolteacherscreecherpeacherbleacherleacher

Related words

instructorschoolmasterschoolteachereducatorpedagogueprofessorprofessorialfaculty

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "teacher"?▾

"Teacher" has 2 syllables: teach · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "teacher"?▾

The IPA transcription of "teacher" is /ˈtiːt͡ʃə/.

What does "teacher" mean?▾

Teacher: A person who teaches, especially one employed in a school.

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