How to Pronounce Ego

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

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Letters

/ˈiːɡəʊ/

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💡 Tip for remembering “ego”

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

Sounds exactly like: igo, igoe — easy to mix up when writing.

What does ego mean?

noun

  1. The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.
  2. (Freudian) The most central part of the mind, which mediates with one's surroundings.

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Words that rhyme with ego

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latigorodrigoarrigorigoamerigodarrigofrigo

Related words

egotismself-importanceselfself-respectself-esteempridehubrisvanity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ego"?▾

"Ego" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "ego"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ego" is /ˈiːɡəʊ/.

What does "ego" mean?▾

Ego: The self, especially with a sense of self-importance.

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