How to Pronounce Handlebar

To pronounce "handlebar", say HANDL-eb-ar — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhændəlbɑː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈhændəlbɑː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “handlebar”

"handlebar" has 3 syllables: handl-eb-ar. It rhymes with char and bar, if that helps it stick.

What does handlebar mean?

noun

  1. The bar used to steer a bicycle, motorbike, or similar vehicle, usually used in the plural.

Words that rhyme with handlebar

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "handlebar"?▾

"Handlebar" has 3 syllables: handl · eb · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "handlebar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "handlebar" is /ˈhændəlbɑː/.

What does "handlebar" mean?▾

Handlebar: The bar used to steer a bicycle, motorbike, or similar vehicle, usually used in the plural.

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