how to pronounce razor

/ˈɹɛɪzɚ/

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razor is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of razor in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… different you got to be razor sharp and …”

meaning of razor

A razor is a tool with a sharp edge used to cut or scrape something.

razor frequency in english - C2 level of CEFR

the word razor occurs in english on average 4.9 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.