How to Pronounce Analogy

To pronounce "analogy", say AN-al-ogy — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈnæləd͡ʒi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈnæləd͡ʒi/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “analogy”

"analogy" has 3 syllables: an-al-ogy.

What does analogy mean?

noun

  1. A relationship of resemblance or equivalence between two situations, people, or objects, especially when used as a basis for explanation or extrapolation.
  2. The proportion or the equality of ratios.

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Related words

simulationcomparisonsimilarityexamplemetaphorparallelapproximationmeasurement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "analogy"?▾

"Analogy" has 3 syllables: an · al · ogy.

What is the IPA transcription of "analogy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "analogy" is /əˈnæləd͡ʒi/.

What does "analogy" mean?▾

Analogy: A relationship of resemblance or equivalence between two situations, people, or objects, especially when used as a basis for explanation or extrapolation.

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