How to Pronounce Ligature

To pronounce "ligature", say LIG-at-ur-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ligature”

"ligature" has 4 syllables: lig-at-ur-e.

What does ligature mean?

noun

  1. The act of tying or binding something.
  2. A cord or similar thing used to tie something; especially the thread used in surgery to close a vessel or duct.

verb

  1. To ligate; to tie.

Related words

binderligationtubalconnectedbindingtyingalligationbind

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ligature"?▾

"Ligature" has 4 syllables: lig · at · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "ligature"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ligature" is /ˈlɪɡətʃɚ/.

What does "ligature" mean?▾

Ligature: The act of tying or binding something.

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