Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does goaltender mean?
a designated player that attempts to prevent the opposing team from scoring by protecting a goal.
Where does goaltender come from?
From goal + tender.

How to pronounce goaltender

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “goaltender”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “goaltender” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.