How to Pronounce Persona

To pronounce "persona", say PERS-on-a — 3 syllables, IPA /pə(ɹ)ˈsəʊnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/pə(ɹ)ˈsəʊnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “persona”

"persona" has 3 syllables: pers-on-a. It rhymes with kimono and jonah, if that helps it stick.

What does persona mean?

noun

  1. A social role.
  2. A character played by an actor.

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Words that rhyme with persona

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kimonojonahkronebonaanconakronakoronapomonadonagoannachoana

Related words

characterroleimagepartpersonpersonagepersonalityindividuality

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "persona"?▾

"Persona" has 3 syllables: pers · on · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "persona"?▾

The IPA transcription of "persona" is /pə(ɹ)ˈsəʊnə/.

What does "persona" mean?▾

Persona: A social role.

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