How to Pronounce Dare

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

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/dɛə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dare”

"dare" has 2 syllables: dar-e. It rhymes with despair and glare, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: darr, derr — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dare mean?

noun

  1. A challenge to prove courage.
  2. The quality of daring; venturesomeness; boldness.

verb

  1. To have enough courage (to do something).

    “I wouldn't dare argue with my boss.”

  2. To defy or challenge (someone to do something)

    “I dare you (to) kiss that girl.”

Words that rhyme with dare

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

despairglaredebonairbaredeclareaffairflarefairwelfareawareairsquare

Related words

defycouragebraveventureriskchallengeactioncan

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dare"?▾

"Dare" has 2 syllables: dar · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "dare"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dare" is /dɛə(ɹ)/.

What does "dare" mean?▾

Dare: A challenge to prove courage.

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