How to Pronounce Dart

To pronounce "dart", say DART — one syllable, IPA /dɑːt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/dɑːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dart”

"dart" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with impart and tart, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: dartt — easy to mix up when writing.

What does dart mean?

noun

  1. A pointed missile weapon, intended to be thrown by the hand, for example a short lance or javelin
  2. Any sharp-pointed missile weapon, such as an arrow.

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Words that rhyme with dart

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

imparttartpartsmartstartsweetheartheartdepartartapartcounterpartcart

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dart"?▾

"Dart" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "dart"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dart" is /dɑːt/.

What does "dart" mean?▾

Dart: A pointed missile weapon, intended to be thrown by the hand, for example a short lance or javelin

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