How to Pronounce Upholster

To pronounce "upholster", say UPH-olst-er — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈpɐl.stə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

9

Letters

/əˈpɐl.stə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “upholster”

"upholster" has 3 syllables: uph-olst-er. It rhymes with bolster and holster, if that helps it stick.

What does upholster mean?

noun

  1. An upholsterer; a tradesman who finishes furniture.

verb

  1. To fit padding, stuffing, springs, webbing and fabric covering to (furniture).

Words that rhyme with upholster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bolsterholsterpollsterpolstertoalster

Related words

overstuffembolsterfabriccushionrepadstuffrecushionrestuff

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "upholster"?▾

"Upholster" has 3 syllables: uph · olst · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "upholster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "upholster" is /əˈpɐl.stə(ɹ)/.

What does "upholster" mean?▾

Upholster: An upholsterer; a tradesman who finishes furniture.

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