How to Pronounce Terriers

To pronounce "terriers", say TERR-iers — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TERR-iers

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💡 Tip for remembering “terriers”

"terriers" has 2 syllables: terr-iers. It rhymes with barriers and carriers, if that helps it stick.

What does terriers mean?

noun

  1. A dog from a group of small, lively breeds, originally bred for the hunting of burrowing prey such as rats, rabbits, foxes, and even otters; this original function is reflected in some of their names (e.g. rat terrier).
  2. A collection of acknowledgments of the vassals or tenants of a lordship, containing the rents and services they owed to the lord, etc.

noun

  1. An auger or borer.

Words that rhyme with terriers

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barrierscarriersferriers

Related words

glebewirehairedspaniels

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "terriers"?▾

"Terriers" has 2 syllables: terr · iers.

What does "terriers" mean?▾

Terriers: A dog from a group of small, lively breeds, originally bred for the hunting of burrowing prey such as rats, rabbits, foxes, and even otters; this original function is reflected in some of their names (e.g. rat terrier).

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