How to Pronounce Tether

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

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Syllables

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Letters

TETH-er

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💡 Tip for remembering “tether”

"tether" has 2 syllables: teth-er. It rhymes with nether and weather, if that helps it stick.

What does tether mean?

noun

  1. A rope, cable etc. that holds something in place whilst allowing some movement
  2. A strong rope or line that connects a sailor's safety harness to the boat's jackstay

verb

  1. To restrict something with a tether.
  2. To connect a cellular smartphone to another personal computer in order to give it access to a hotspot.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with tether

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netherweatheraltogethertogetherleatherwhetherheatherbellwether

Related words

leashleadfastenfasteningbindattachcovercable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tether"?▾

"Tether" has 2 syllables: teth · er.

What does "tether" mean?▾

Tether: A rope, cable etc. that holds something in place whilst allowing some movement

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