How to Pronounce Cure

To pronounce "cure", say CUR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /kɜː(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/kɜː(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cure”

"cure" has 2 syllables: cur-e. It rhymes with obscure and assure, if that helps it stick.

What does cure mean?

noun

  1. A method, device or medication that restores good health.
  2. Act of healing or state of being healed; restoration to health after a disease, or to soundness after injury.

Synonyms

curacy

Words that rhyme with cure

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

obscureassureprocuredemurealluresecureendurepureensureimmaturesurereassure

Related words

curativeremedyhealremedialrectifycurableremediaterepair

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cure"?▾

"Cure" has 2 syllables: cur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "cure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cure" is /kɜː(ɹ)/.

What does "cure" mean?▾

Cure: A method, device or medication that restores good health.

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