How to Pronounce Endure

To pronounce "endure", say END-ur-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈdjɔː(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ɪnˈdjɔː(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “endure”

"endure" has 3 syllables: end-ur-e. It rhymes with obscure and assure, if that helps it stick.

What does endure mean?

verb

  1. To continue or carry on, despite obstacles or hardships; to persist.

    “The singer's popularity endured for decades.”

  2. To tolerate or put up with something unpleasant.

Synonyms

carry onplug awaygo onhold onpersistresistsurvivewithstand

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Words that rhyme with endure

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

obscureassureprocuredemurealluresecurepureensureimmaturesurereassuremature

Related words

brookabidepersistsurvivestandlive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "endure"?▾

"Endure" has 3 syllables: end · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "endure"?▾

The IPA transcription of "endure" is /ɪnˈdjɔː(ɹ)/.

What does "endure" mean?▾

Endure: To continue or carry on, despite obstacles or hardships; to persist.

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