How to Pronounce Orange

To pronounce "orange", say OR-ang-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈɔɹɪ̈nd͡ʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈɔɹɪ̈nd͡ʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “orange”

"orange" has 3 syllables: or-ang-e.

What does orange mean?

noun

  1. An evergreen tree of the genus Citrus such as Citrus sinensis.
  2. The fruit of an orange tree; a citrus fruit with a slightly sour flavour.

verb

  1. To color orange.
  2. To become orange.

adjective

  1. Having the colour of the fruit of an orange tree; yellowred; reddish-yellow.

Synonyms

yellowred

Antonyms

nonorange

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "orange"?▾

"Orange" has 3 syllables: or · ang · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "orange"?▾

The IPA transcription of "orange" is /ˈɔɹɪ̈nd͡ʒ/.

What does "orange" mean?▾

Orange: An evergreen tree of the genus Citrus such as Citrus sinensis.

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