How to Pronounce Soprano

To pronounce "soprano", say SOPR-an-o — 3 syllables, IPA /səˈpɹænoʊ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

/səˈpɹænoʊ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “soprano”

"soprano" has 3 syllables: sopr-an-o. It rhymes with piano and ano, if that helps it stick.

What does soprano mean?

noun

  1. Musical part or section higher in pitch than alto and other sections.
  2. Person or instrument that performs the soprano part.

verb

  1. To sing or utter with high pitch, like a soprano singer

Synonyms

sopranist

Words that rhyme with soprano

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pianoanonanomanoserranonano-chronogermanochrono-hannosano

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "soprano"?▾

"Soprano" has 3 syllables: sopr · an · o.

What is the IPA transcription of "soprano"?▾

The IPA transcription of "soprano" is /səˈpɹænoʊ/.

What does "soprano" mean?▾

Soprano: Musical part or section higher in pitch than alto and other sections.

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