How to Pronounce Temperature

To pronounce "temperature", say TEMP-er-at-ur-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ˈtɛmpɝətʃɝ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

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Letters

/ˈtɛmpɝətʃɝ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/tˈɛmpɹɪtʃɐ/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “temperature”

"temperature" has 5 syllables: temp-er-at-ur-e.

What does temperature mean?

noun

  1. A measure of cold or heat, often measurable with a thermometer.

    “The temperature in the room dropped nearly 20 degrees; it went from hot to cold.”

  2. An elevated body temperature, as present in fever and many illnesses.

    “You have a temperature. I think you should stay home today. You’re sick.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "temperature"?▾

"Temperature" has 5 syllables: temp · er · at · ur · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "temperature"?▾

The IPA transcription of "temperature" is /ˈtɛmpɝətʃɝ/.

What does "temperature" mean?▾

Temperature: A measure of cold or heat, often measurable with a thermometer.

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