How to Pronounce Ante

To pronounce "ante", say ANT-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈænti/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈænti/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ante”

"ante" has 2 syllables: ant-e. It rhymes with canty and scanty, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: auntie, anti — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ante mean?

noun

  1. A price or cost, as in up the ante.
  2. In poker and other games, the contribution made by all players to the pot before dealing the cards.

verb

  1. To pay the ante in poker. Often used as ante up.
  2. To make an investment in money, effort, or time before knowing one's chances.

Words that rhyme with ante

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cantyscantyshantyauntieantichiantichantypantypantiefantigranteeplantae

Related words

frontprecedingantecedentadvanceoutsetauctioncostfirst

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ante"?▾

"Ante" has 2 syllables: ant · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ante"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ante" is /ˈænti/.

What does "ante" mean?▾

Ante: A price or cost, as in up the ante.

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