How to Pronounce Beleaguer

To pronounce "beleaguer", say BEL-eag-uer — 3 syllables, IPA /bəˈliː.ɡə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/bəˈliː.ɡə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “beleaguer”

"beleaguer" has 3 syllables: bel-eag-uer. It rhymes with meager and segar, if that helps it stick.

What does beleaguer mean?

verb

  1. To besiege; to surround with troops.
  2. To vex, harass, or beset.

Words that rhyme with beleaguer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meagersegarleaguerovereageregersiegerkriegerbregergiegerbriegercregar

Related words

besiegeteasesurroundcircumventharasspesterbadgerbug

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beleaguer"?▾

"Beleaguer" has 3 syllables: bel · eag · uer.

What is the IPA transcription of "beleaguer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "beleaguer" is /bəˈliː.ɡə/.

What does "beleaguer" mean?▾

Beleaguer: To besiege; to surround with troops.

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