How to Pronounce Atmosphere

"Atmosphere" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ˈætməsfˌiə/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “atmosphere

"atmosphere" has 3 syllables: atmosphere.

What does atmosphere mean?

noun

  1. The gases surrounding the Earth or any astronomical body.
  2. The air in a particular place.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "atmosphere"?

"Atmosphere" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/ in IPA and it has 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "atmosphere"?

"Atmosphere" has 3 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "atmosphere"?

The IPA transcription of "atmosphere" is /ˈætməsˌfɪɹ/.

What does "atmosphere" mean?

Atmosphere: The gases surrounding the Earth or any astronomical body.

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