How to Pronounce Hazard

To pronounce "hazard", say HAZ-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈhazəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈhazəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “hazard”

"hazard" has 2 syllables: haz-ard. It rhymes with haphazard and biohazard, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: hazzard — easy to mix up when writing.

What does hazard mean?

noun

The chance of suffering harm; danger, peril, risk of loss.
“He encountered the enemy at the hazard of his reputation and life.”
An obstacle or other feature which causes risk or danger; originally in sports, and now applied more generally.
“The video game involves guiding a character on a skateboard past all kinds of hazards.”

verb

To expose to chance; to take a risk.
To risk (something); to venture, to incur, or bring on.
“I'll hazard a guess.”

Synonyms

bet pledge skin in the game wager fortune luck adventure

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Words that rhyme with hazard

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

haphazard biohazard hazzard

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hazard"?▾

"Hazard" has 2 syllables: haz · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "hazard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hazard" is /ˈhazəd/.

What does "hazard" mean?▾

Hazard: The chance of suffering harm; danger, peril, risk of loss.

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