How to Pronounce Ter

To pronounce "ter", say TER — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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💡 Tip for remembering “ter”

"ter" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with infer and concur, if that helps it stick.

What does ter mean?

adverb

  1. Toward a closed, touching or engaging position.

    “Please push the door to.”

  2. Into the wind.

preposition

  1. Indicating destination: In the direction of, and arriving at.

    “We are walking to the shop.”

  2. Used to indicate the target or recipient of an action.

    “He devoted himself to education.”

Synonyms

closedshut

Antonyms

ajaropen

Words that rhyme with ter

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inferconcurstirdeferincurtransferslurspurdemurcurburrconnoisseur

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ter"?▾

"Ter" has one syllable.

What does "ter" mean?▾

Ter: Toward a closed, touching or engaging position.

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