How to Pronounce Asterisk

To pronounce "asterisk", say AST-er-isk — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæstəɹɪsk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈæstəɹɪsk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “asterisk”

"asterisk" has 3 syllables: ast-er-isk.

What does asterisk mean?

noun

  1. The symbol *.
  2. Something in the shape of or resembling the asterisk symbol.

verb

  1. To mark or replace with an asterisk symbol (*); star.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asterisk"?▾

"Asterisk" has 3 syllables: ast · er · isk.

What is the IPA transcription of "asterisk"?▾

The IPA transcription of "asterisk" is /ˈæstəɹɪsk/.

What does "asterisk" mean?▾

Asterisk: The symbol *.

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