How to Pronounce Attract

To pronounce "attract", say ATTR-act — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈtɹækt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/əˈtɹækt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “attract”

"attract" has 2 syllables: attr-act. It rhymes with abstract and impact, if that helps it stick.

What does attract mean?

verb

  1. To pull toward without touching.

    “A magnet attracts iron filings.”

  2. To arouse interest.

    “Advertising is designed to attract customers.”

Synonyms

allure

Antonyms

repel

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Words that rhyme with attract

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abstractimpactcompactactcontractenactcontactcounteractextractexactartifactretract

Related words

pullfetchappealdrawattractionattractiveenticetempt

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "attract"?▾

"Attract" has 2 syllables: attr · act.

What is the IPA transcription of "attract"?▾

The IPA transcription of "attract" is /əˈtɹækt/.

What does "attract" mean?▾

Attract: To pull toward without touching.

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