How to Pronounce Manoeuvre

To pronounce "manoeuvre", say MAN-oeuvr-e — 3 syllables, IPA /məˈnuːvɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/məˈnuːvɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “manoeuvre”

"manoeuvre" has 3 syllables: man-oeuvr-e. It rhymes with manoeuver, if that helps it stick.

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

What does manoeuvre mean?

noun

The planned movement of troops, vehicles etc.; a strategic repositioning; (later also) a large training field-exercise of fighting units.
“Joint NATO maneuvers are as much an exercise in diplomacy as in tactics and logistics.”
Any strategic or cunning action; a stratagem.

verb

To move (something, or oneself) carefully, and often with difficulty, into a certain position.
To guide, steer, manage purposefully

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Words that rhyme with manoeuvre

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "manoeuvre"?▾

"Manoeuvre" has 3 syllables: man · oeuvr · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "manoeuvre"?▾

The IPA transcription of "manoeuvre" is /məˈnuːvɚ/.

What does "manoeuvre" mean?▾

Manoeuvre: The planned movement of troops, vehicles etc.; a strategic repositioning; (later also) a large training field-exercise of fighting units.

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