How to Pronounce Sauna

To pronounce "sauna", say SAUN-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsaʊ.nə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈsaʊ.nə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sauna”

"sauna" has 2 syllables: saun-a. It rhymes with nirvana and ana, if that helps it stick.

What does sauna mean?

noun

  1. A room or a house designed for heat sessions.

    “The hotel has a sauna in the basement.”

  2. The act of using a sauna.

    “John had a sauna after his swim.”

verb

  1. To use a sauna.

Synonyms

firebath

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Words that rhyme with sauna

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nirvanaanamanawannamadonnadonnagonnasilvanamarijuanaiguanabwana

Related words

laconicumspabathhousebathroomsteamsudatorium

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sauna"?▾

"Sauna" has 2 syllables: saun · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "sauna"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sauna" is /ˈsaʊ.nə/.

What does "sauna" mean?▾

Sauna: A room or a house designed for heat sessions.

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