How to Pronounce "rainmaker"
word
ˈɹeɪnˌmeɪkɝ
RAYN-may-ker
ɹˈeɪnmeɪkɐ
RAYN-may-kuh
Definition
A 'rainmaker' is a person who brings a lot of new business, clients, or success to an organization, especially in sales, law, or business. It can also refer more generally to someone who has a powerful positive impact.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹeɪnˌmeɪkɝ
British English
ɹˈeɪnmeɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RAYN-may-ker
UK
RAYN-may-kuh
Listen in Context
Our company hired a rainmaker to boost sales.
Sarah is the rainmaker of the team; she always finds new clients.
It is hard to become a rainmaker in a big law firm.
If you want the company to grow fast, you need a real rainmaker on your team.