locker

/ˈlɑːkər/

Syllables lock·er

Stress LOCK-er

Phonics Breakdown

lock

/lɑk/

short o

er

/ər/

er schwa

Meaning

a small cupboard or compartment, often with a lock, used for storing personal items

Sound Reference

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lock=/lɑk/(lock) + er=/ər/(teacher)

Example

She put her books in her school locker.