How to Pronounce "timer"
word
/ˈtaɪmɝ/
TY-mur
/tˈaɪmɐ/
TY-muh
Definition
A timer is a device, app feature, or function that measures a period of time or counts down until something should happen. People use it for cooking, studying, exercise, and many other timed activities.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtaɪmɝ/
British English
/tˈaɪmɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TY-mur
UK
TY-muh
Listen in Context
The timer on the oven is broken.
Use a timer when you study.
Can you set a timer so we don't forget the cookies?
The timer went off right in the middle of my call.