How to Pronounce Avatar

To pronounce "avatar", say AV-at-ar — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæv.ə.tɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæv.ə.tɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “avatar”

"avatar" has 3 syllables: av-at-ar. It rhymes with char and bar, if that helps it stick.

What does avatar mean?

noun

  1. The incarnation of a deity, particularly Vishnu.
  2. The physical embodiment of an idea or concept; a personification.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with avatar

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charbarreservoirbizarresubparseminarrepertoiresparcinnabarlodestarcommissartar

Related words

incarnationembodimentpersonificationawatarvaishnavahayagrivabhagwaanaspect

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "avatar"?▾

"Avatar" has 3 syllables: av · at · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "avatar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "avatar" is /ˈæv.ə.tɑː/.

What does "avatar" mean?▾

Avatar: The incarnation of a deity, particularly Vishnu.

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