How to Pronounce Dragon

To pronounce "dragon", say DRAG-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈdɹæɡən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈdɹæɡən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dragon”

"dragon" has 2 syllables: drag-on. It rhymes with wagon and waggon, if that helps it stick.

What does dragon mean?

noun

  1. A legendary serpentine or reptilian creature.
  2. An animal of various species that resemble a dragon in appearance:

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Words that rhyme with dragon

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wagonwaggonbandwagonsnapdragondagen

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dragon"?▾

"Dragon" has 2 syllables: drag · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "dragon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dragon" is /ˈdɹæɡən/.

What does "dragon" mean?▾

Dragon: A legendary serpentine or reptilian creature.

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