How to Pronounce Altogether

To pronounce "altogether", say ALT-og-eth-er — 4 syllables, IPA /ɔː.tuːˈɡɛð.ə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɔː.tuːˈɡɛð.ə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “altogether”

"altogether" has 4 syllables: alt-og-eth-er. It rhymes with nether and weather, if that helps it stick.

What does altogether mean?

adverb

  1. Without exception; wholly; completely.
  2. On the whole; with everything considered.

    “Altogether, I'm sorry it happened.”

Synonyms

all in allcompletelywholly

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Words that rhyme with altogether

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

netherweathertogetherleathertetherwhetherheatherbellwether

Related words

whollycompletelywholeentirelytotallyall

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "altogether"?▾

"Altogether" has 4 syllables: alt · og · eth · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "altogether"?▾

The IPA transcription of "altogether" is /ɔː.tuːˈɡɛð.ə(ɹ)/.

What does "altogether" mean?▾

Altogether: Without exception; wholly; completely.

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