How to Pronounce Turner

To pronounce "turner", say TURN-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɜːnə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtɜːnə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “turner”

"turner" has 2 syllables: turn-er. It rhymes with burner and learner, if that helps it stick.

What does turner mean?

noun

  1. One who or that which turns.
  2. A person who turns and shapes wood etc. on a lathe

Synonyms

spatula

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Words that rhyme with turner

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burnerlearnerearnerafterburnerspurneryearnerchurnerkirnerberner

Related words

tunerparsonagewarwickhampdenleblanclatourczernymetalworker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "turner"?▾

"Turner" has 2 syllables: turn · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "turner"?▾

The IPA transcription of "turner" is /ˈtɜːnə(ɹ)/.

What does "turner" mean?▾

Turner: One who or that which turns.

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