How to Pronounce Aileron

To pronounce "aileron", say AIL-er-on — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈeɪlərɒn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈeɪlərɒn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aileron”

"aileron" has 3 syllables: ail-er-on. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does aileron mean?

noun

  1. The hinged part on the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control longitudinal turns.
  2. A half gable, as at the end of a penthouse or of the aisle of a church.

Words that rhyme with aileron

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonautomatonfawnlexiconphenomenondrawndenouementdonbygonepylonwithdrawn

Related words

flaptaileronairfoilelevondroopwing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aileron"?▾

"Aileron" has 3 syllables: ail · er · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "aileron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aileron" is /ˈeɪlərɒn/.

What does "aileron" mean?▾

Aileron: The hinged part on the trailing edge of an airplane wing, used to control longitudinal turns.

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