How to Pronounce Mare

To pronounce "mare", say MAR-e — 2 syllables, IPA /mɛə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

4

Letters

/mɛə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mare”

"mare" has 2 syllables: mar-e. It rhymes with despair and glare, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: mair, maire, mehr, mer — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mare mean?

noun

  1. An adult female horse.
  2. A foolish woman.

Antonyms

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Words that rhyme with mare

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 "mare"?▾

"Mare" has 2 syllables: mar · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mare"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mare" is /mɛə/.

What does "mare" mean?▾

Mare: An adult female horse.

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