How to Pronounce Mistake

To pronounce "mistake", say MIST-ak-e — 3 syllables, IPA /mɪˈsteɪk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/mɪˈsteɪk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mistake”

"mistake" has 3 syllables: mist-ak-e. It rhymes with break and opaque, if that helps it stick.

What does mistake mean?

noun

An error; a blunder.
A pitch which was intended to be pitched in a hard-to-hit location, but instead ends up in an easy-to-hit place.

verb

To understand wrongly, taking one thing or person for another.
“Don't mistake my kindness for weakness.”
To misunderstand (someone).

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Words that rhyme with mistake

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

break opaque forsake ache slake heartache take make undertake shake fake keepsake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mistake"?▾

"Mistake" has 3 syllables: mist · ak · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "mistake"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mistake" is /mɪˈsteɪk/.

What does "mistake" mean?▾

Mistake: An error; a blunder.

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