How to Pronounce Ansatz

To pronounce "ansatz", say ANS-atz — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈænsæts/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈænsæts/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ansatz”

"ansatz" has 2 syllables: ans-atz. It rhymes with lancets, if that helps it stick.

What does ansatz mean?

noun

  1. A mathematical assumption used to describe a certain phenomenon, posited in order to help provisionally solve an equation or other problem.

Words that rhyme with ansatz

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lancets

Related words

axiominterpretationpositionthesisapproximationlemmaapproximandproposition

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ansatz"?▾

"Ansatz" has 2 syllables: ans · atz.

What is the IPA transcription of "ansatz"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ansatz" is /ˈænsæts/.

What does "ansatz" mean?▾

Ansatz: A mathematical assumption used to describe a certain phenomenon, posited in order to help provisionally solve an equation or other problem.

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