How to Pronounce Aunt

To pronounce "aunt", say AUNT — one syllable, IPA /ɑ(ː)nt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

4

Letters

/ɑ(ː)nt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aunt”

"aunt" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with cant and nonchalant, if that helps it stick.

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

What does aunt mean?

noun

  1. The sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.
  2. The female cousin of one’s parent.

Antonyms

nephewnieceuncle

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Words that rhyme with aunt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

cantnonchalantjauntflauntscantconfidantwantsupplantvauntconfidantedecantlevant

Related words

auntieauntyunclenanaladynannyqueenfriend

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aunt"?▾

"Aunt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "aunt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aunt" is /ɑ(ː)nt/.

What does "aunt" mean?▾

Aunt: The sister or sister-in-law of one’s parent.

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