How to Pronounce Configure

To pronounce "configure", say CONF-ig-ur-e — 4 syllables, IPA /kənˈfɪɡə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/kənˈfɪɡə(ɹ)/

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💡 Tip for remembering “configure

"configure" has 4 syllables: conf-ig-ur-e. It rhymes with figure and disfigure, if that helps it stick.

What does configure mean?

verb

  1. To set up or arrange something in such a way that it is ready for operation for a particular purpose, or to someone's particular liking

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "configure"?

"Configure" has 4 syllables: conf · ig · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "configure"?

The IPA transcription of "configure" is /kənˈfɪɡə(ɹ)/.

What does "configure" mean?

Configure: To set up or arrange something in such a way that it is ready for operation for a particular purpose, or to someone's particular liking

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