How to Pronounce Waitress

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

WAITR-ess

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💡 Tip for remembering “waitress”

"waitress" has 2 syllables: waitr-ess. It rhymes with matrice and traitress, if that helps it stick.

What does waitress mean?

noun

  1. A female attendant who serves customers in a restaurant, café, or similar.

verb

  1. To work as a waitress.

Words that rhyme with waitress

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

matricetraitress

Related words

barmaidhostessmaidmistressmademoisellegirlwenchservant

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waitress"?▾

"Waitress" has 2 syllables: waitr · ess.

What does "waitress" mean?▾

Waitress: A female attendant who serves customers in a restaurant, café, or similar.

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