How to Pronounce Avenue

To pronounce "avenue", say AV-en-ue — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈæv.əˌnjuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈæv.əˌnjuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “avenue”

"avenue" has 3 syllables: av-en-ue. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

What does avenue mean?

noun

  1. A broad street, especially one bordered by trees.
  2. A way or opening for entrance into a place; a passage by which a place may be reached; a way of approach or of exit.

Synonyms

avav.aveave.boulevarddrive

Words that rhyme with avenue

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blueslewsubduepursuetrueviewconstruehithertoeschewpurviewimbuecoo

Related words

boulevardstreetlaneviathoroughfarepathwaywayroad

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "avenue"?▾

"Avenue" has 3 syllables: av · en · ue.

What is the IPA transcription of "avenue"?▾

The IPA transcription of "avenue" is /ˈæv.əˌnjuː/.

What does "avenue" mean?▾

Avenue: A broad street, especially one bordered by trees.

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