How to Pronounce Elementary

To pronounce "elementary", say EL-em-ent-ary — 4 syllables, IPA /(ˌ)ɛlɪ̈ˈmɛnt(ə)ɹɪ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/(ˌ)ɛlɪ̈ˈmɛnt(ə)ɹɪ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “elementary”

"elementary" has 4 syllables: el-em-ent-ary. It rhymes with sentry and supplementary, if that helps it stick.

What does elementary mean?

noun

  1. An elementary school
  2. (mysticism) A supernatural being which is associated with the elements.

adjective

  1. Relating to the basic, essential or fundamental part of something.
  2. Relating to an elementary school.

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Words that rhyme with elementary

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sentrysupplementarygentryentrycomplementarycentrycentricentri-

Related words

basalprimarybasicbeginningabecedarianeasyuncomplicatedsimple

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "elementary"?▾

"Elementary" has 4 syllables: el · em · ent · ary.

What is the IPA transcription of "elementary"?▾

The IPA transcription of "elementary" is /(ˌ)ɛlɪ̈ˈmɛnt(ə)ɹɪ/.

What does "elementary" mean?▾

Elementary: An elementary school

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