How many syllables in lawyer?

There are 3 syllables in the word lawyer.

See more 3-syllable nouns

How to pronounce lawyer:

Definition of lawyer:

lawyer (noun):: a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice.; one whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise as to legal rights and obligations in other matters

Synonyms for lawyer:

advocate

ambulance chaser

attorney

attorney-at-law

attorney-client relation

barrister

conveyancer

counsel

counsellor

counselor

counselor-at-law

defense attorney

defense lawyer

divorce lawyer

jurist

lawyer-client relation

legal adviser

legal representative

pleader

professional

professional person

prosecuting attorney

prosecuting officer

prosecutor

public defender

Show 4 more

Antonyms for lawyer:

pupil

student

Other 3-syllable words like lawyer

Here are some other common words that have 3 syllables, like lawyer does.

See all 3-syllable words

Syllable Quiz

How many syllables in the word Jason?

Question 1 of 5

Syllable Fun Fact

English speakers often use syllable stress to differentiate between nouns and verbs with the same spelling, such as 'record' (noun) vs. 'record' (verb).

You, too, can become a syllable pro and wow your friends, family, and pets!

Learn more syllable fun facts

Trending words

These words are popular right now. Visit each word to master its syllable count.