How to Pronounce Entry

To pronounce "entry", say ENTRY — one syllable, IPA /ˈɛntɹi/. 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

/ˈɛntɹi/

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💡 Tip for remembering “entry”

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

What does entry mean?

noun

  1. The act of entering.
  2. Permission to enter.

    “Children are allowed entry only if accompanied by an adult.”

Synonyms

accessenterentrancearticlelemmalexemeingang

Antonyms

departureexitleavingway out

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Words that rhyme with entry

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sentrysupplementarygentryelementarycomplementarycentrycentricentri-

Related words

enteringentranceingressincomingintroductionsubmissionunveilingdebut

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "entry"?▾

"Entry" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "entry"?▾

The IPA transcription of "entry" is /ˈɛntɹi/.

What does "entry" mean?▾

Entry: The act of entering.

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