How to Pronounce Automaton

To pronounce "automaton", say AUT-om-at-on — 4 syllables, IPA /ɔːˈtɒmətən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ɔːˈtɒmətən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “automaton”

"automaton" has 4 syllables: aut-om-at-on. It rhymes with paragon and liaison, if that helps it stick.

What does automaton mean?

noun

  1. A machine or robot designed to follow a precise sequence of instructions.
  2. A person who acts like a machine or robot, often defined as having a monotonous lifestyle and lacking in emotion.

    “Due to her strict adherence to her daily schedule, Jessica was becoming more and more convinced that she was an automaton.”

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Words that rhyme with automaton

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

paragonliaisonfawnlexiconphenomenondrawndenouementdonbygonepylonwithdrawnpawn

Related words

robotzombigolemzombiesequencerautomatizationmachinegrammar

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "automaton"?▾

"Automaton" has 4 syllables: aut · om · at · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "automaton"?▾

The IPA transcription of "automaton" is /ɔːˈtɒmətən/.

What does "automaton" mean?▾

Automaton: A machine or robot designed to follow a precise sequence of instructions.

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