How to Pronounce Baron

To pronounce "baron", say BAR-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbæɹən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈbæɹən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “baron”

"baron" has 2 syllables: bar-on. It rhymes with barren and perron, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: barren, barron — easy to mix up when writing.

What does baron mean?

noun

  1. The male ruler of a barony.
  2. A male member of the lowest rank of English nobility (the equivalent rank in Scotland is lord).

Words that rhyme with baron

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

barrenperronparenvaranseronhairenparanscarronserinarranpteron

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "baron"?▾

"Baron" has 2 syllables: bar · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "baron"?▾

The IPA transcription of "baron" is /ˈbæɹən/.

What does "baron" mean?▾

Baron: The male ruler of a barony.

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