How to Pronounce Aviary

To pronounce "aviary", say AV-iary — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈeɪvɪəɹi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈeɪvɪəɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “aviary”

"aviary" has 2 syllables: av-iary. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.

What does aviary mean?

noun

  1. A house, enclosure, large cage, or other place for keeping birds confined; a birdhouse.

Words that rhyme with aviary

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

extraordinarycontemporarycontrarysanctuarysolitaryarbitrarywaryordinarytarryemissarycarryancillary

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aviary"?▾

"Aviary" has 2 syllables: av · iary.

What is the IPA transcription of "aviary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aviary" is /ˈeɪvɪəɹi/.

What does "aviary" mean?▾

Aviary: A house, enclosure, large cage, or other place for keeping birds confined; a birdhouse.

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