How to Pronounce Menu

To pronounce "menu", say MEN-u — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmɛnju/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

4

Letters

/ˈmɛnju/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “menu”

"menu" has 2 syllables: men-u. It rhymes with venue and ingenue, if that helps it stick.

What does menu mean?

noun

  1. The details of the food to be served at a banquet; a bill of fare.
  2. A list of dishes offered in a restaurant.

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Words that rhyme with menu

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

venueingenuevenew

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "menu"?▾

"Menu" has 2 syllables: men · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "menu"?▾

The IPA transcription of "menu" is /ˈmɛnju/.

What does "menu" mean?▾

Menu: The details of the food to be served at a banquet; a bill of fare.

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