How to Pronounce Trimmer

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtɹɪmə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trimmer”

"trimmer" has 2 syllables: trimm-er. It rhymes with glimmer and shimmer, if that helps it stick.

What does trimmer mean?

adjective

  1. Physically fit.

    “He goes jogging every day to keep in trim.”

  2. Slender, lean.

    “a trim figure”

noun

  1. One who trims, arranges, fits, or ornaments.
  2. A device used to trim.

    “My new electric shaver has a beard trimmer attachment.”

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Words that rhyme with trimmer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

glimmershimmerskimmerrimmersimmerslimmernimmerexcimerkimmerdimmerswimmerbrimmer

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trimmer"?▾

"Trimmer" has 2 syllables: trimm · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "trimmer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trimmer" is /ˈtɹɪmə/.

What does "trimmer" mean?▾

Trimmer: Physically fit.

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