How to Pronounce Amateur

To pronounce "amateur", say AM-at-eur — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæməˌtɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈæməˌtɝ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈæmətɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “amateur”

Break "amateur" into 3 beats and lean on "AM" — that's the stressed one.

What does amateur mean?

noun

  1. A lover of something.
  2. A person attached to a particular pursuit, study, science, or art (such as music or painting), especially one who cultivates any study, interest, taste, or attachment without engaging in it professionally.

adjective

  1. Non-professional.
  2. Created, done, or populated by amateurs or non-professionals.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "amateur"?▾

To pronounce "amateur", say AM-at-eur — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæməˌtɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

How many syllables are in "amateur"?▾

"Amateur" has 3 syllables: am · at · eur.

What is the IPA transcription of "amateur"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amateur" is /ˈæməˌtɝ/.

What does "amateur" mean?▾

Amateur: A lover of something.

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