How to Pronounce Technology

"Technology" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /tɛkˈnɑɫədʒi/ in IPA and it has 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/tɛkˈnɑɫədʒi/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/tɛknˈɒlədʒi/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “technology

"technology" has 4 syllables: technology.

What does technology mean?

noun

  1. The combined application of science and art in practical ways in industry, as for example in designing new machines.
  2. Machines or equipment thus designed.

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How do you pronounce "technology"?

"Technology" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /tɛkˈnɑɫədʒi/ in IPA and it has 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "technology"?

"Technology" has 4 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "technology"?

The IPA transcription of "technology" is /tɛkˈnɑɫədʒi/.

What does "technology" mean?

Technology: The combined application of science and art in practical ways in industry, as for example in designing new machines.

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