How to Pronounce Mascot

To pronounce "mascot", say MASC-ot — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmæsˌkɒt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈmæsˌkɒt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mascot”

"mascot" has 2 syllables: masc-ot. It rhymes with fraught and distraught, if that helps it stick.

What does mascot mean?

noun

  1. Something thought to bring good luck

    “I keep this red stone as a lucky mascot and always put it on my desk in exams.,”

  2. Something, especially a person or animal, used to symbolize a sports team, company, organization or other group

    “Tommy the Tyke is the mascot of Barnsley FC.”

Words that rhyme with mascot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

fraughtdistraughttautonslaughthottrotknotoverwroughtthoughtblotnoughtspot

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mascot"?▾

"Mascot" has 2 syllables: masc · ot.

What is the IPA transcription of "mascot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mascot" is /ˈmæsˌkɒt/.

What does "mascot" mean?▾

Mascot: Something thought to bring good luck

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