How to Pronounce Shogun

To pronounce "shogun", say SHOG-un — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʃəʊɡʌn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈʃəʊɡʌn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shogun”

"shogun" has 2 syllables: shog-un. It rhymes with slogan and dogan, if that helps it stick.

What does shogun mean?

noun

  1. The supreme generalissimo of feudal Japan.

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Words that rhyme with shogun

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slogandoganbroganhogangrogancroganbogancogangogan

Related words

taishogunitedaimyobakufutokugawatycoonatesamuraitenno

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shogun"?▾

"Shogun" has 2 syllables: shog · un.

What is the IPA transcription of "shogun"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shogun" is /ˈʃəʊɡʌn/.

What does "shogun" mean?▾

Shogun: The supreme generalissimo of feudal Japan.

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