How to Pronounce Molar

To pronounce "molar", say MOL-ar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈmoʊlɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈmoʊlɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “molar”

"molar" has 2 syllables: mol-ar. It rhymes with polar and dolor, if that helps it stick.

What does molar mean?

noun

  1. A back tooth having a broad surface used for grinding one's food.

adjective

  1. Of or relating to the molar teeth, or to grinding.

Synonyms

cheektoothgrinderwangtooth

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Words that rhyme with molar

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polardolorsteamrollerrollerstrollerbipolarcontrollertollertrollercomptrollerbowleroler

Related words

grindermolaldenttoothmolemolecularmolappendix

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molar"?▾

"Molar" has 2 syllables: mol · ar.

What is the IPA transcription of "molar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molar" is /ˈmoʊlɚ/.

What does "molar" mean?▾

Molar: A back tooth having a broad surface used for grinding one's food.

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