How to Pronounce Mars

To pronounce "mars", say MARS — one syllable, IPA /ˈmɑːz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈmɑːz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mars”

"mars" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with memoirs and bazaars, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: marrs, marz — easy to mix up when writing.

What does mars mean?

noun

  1. A blemish.

verb

  1. To spoil; to ruin; to scathe; to damage.

noun

  1. A small lake.

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Words that rhyme with mars

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

memoirsbazaarslarsreservoirssidebarsavatarsczarsoursparsboxcarshandlebarsscars

Related words

martianplanetseachampmarchmarsespoilsares

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mars"?▾

"Mars" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mars"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mars" is /ˈmɑːz/.

What does "mars" mean?▾

Mars: A blemish.

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