How to Pronounce Waster

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈweɪstə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “waster”

"waster" has 2 syllables: wast-er. It rhymes with maister and taster, if that helps it stick.

What does waster mean?

noun

  1. Someone or something that wastes; someone who squanders or spends extravagantly.
  2. An imperfection in the wick of a candle, causing it to waste.

Synonyms

thief

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Words that rhyme with waster

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

maistertasterwaisterbasterplaister

Related words

wastrelvandalspenderlavisheremptierworrierwagerereconomizer

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "waster"?▾

"Waster" has 2 syllables: wast · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "waster"?▾

The IPA transcription of "waster" is /ˈweɪstə/.

What does "waster" mean?▾

Waster: Someone or something that wastes; someone who squanders or spends extravagantly.

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