How to Pronounce Augur

To pronounce "augur", say AUG-ur — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɔː.ɡə/. 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

/ˈɔː.ɡə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “augur”

"augur" has 2 syllables: aug-ur. It rhymes with auger and flogger, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: auger — easy to mix up when writing.

What does augur mean?

noun

  1. A diviner who foretells events by the behaviour of birds or other animals, or by signs derived from celestial phenomena, or unusual occurrences.
  2. An official who interpreted omens before the start of public events.

verb

  1. To foretell events; to exhibit signs of future events.
  2. To anticipate, to foretell, or to indicate a favorable or an unfavorable issue.

    “to augur well or ill”

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Words that rhyme with augur

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "augur"?▾

"Augur" has 2 syllables: aug · ur.

What is the IPA transcription of "augur"?▾

The IPA transcription of "augur" is /ˈɔː.ɡə/.

What does "augur" mean?▾

Augur: A diviner who foretells events by the behaviour of birds or other animals, or by signs derived from celestial phenomena, or unusual occurrences.

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