How to Pronounce Astronomy

To pronounce "astronomy", say ASTR-on-omy — 3 syllables, IPA /æˈstɹɑnəˌmi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/æˈstɹɑnəˌmi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “astronomy”

"astronomy" has 3 syllables: astr-on-omy. It rhymes with autonomy and economy, if that helps it stick.

What does astronomy mean?

noun

  1. The study of the physical universe beyond the Earth's atmosphere, including the process of mapping locations and properties of the matter and radiation in the universe.
  2. Astrology.

Synonyms

stargazing

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Words that rhyme with astronomy

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autonomyeconomygastronomymetonomy

Related words

uranologyastronomerastronomicalorbitarkshipscienceancient

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "astronomy"?▾

"Astronomy" has 3 syllables: astr · on · omy.

What is the IPA transcription of "astronomy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "astronomy" is /æˈstɹɑnəˌmi/.

What does "astronomy" mean?▾

Astronomy: The study of the physical universe beyond the Earth's atmosphere, including the process of mapping locations and properties of the matter and radiation in the universe.

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