How to Pronounce Mug

To pronounce "mug", say MUG — one syllable, IPA /mʌɡ/. 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

/mʌɡ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mug”

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

What does mug mean?

noun

  1. A large cup for hot liquids, usually having a handle and used without a saucer.
  2. The face, often used deprecatingly.

    “What an ugly mug.”

verb

  1. To strike in the face.
  2. To assault for the purpose of robbery.

adjective

  1. Easily fooled, gullible.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with mug

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snugsmugslugbugplugjugtugsprighughumbugfirebugdrug

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mug"?▾

"Mug" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "mug"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mug" is /mʌɡ/.

What does "mug" mean?▾

Mug: A large cup for hot liquids, usually having a handle and used without a saucer.

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