How to Pronounce Theater

To pronounce "theater", say THEAT-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθi(ə)tɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈθi(ə)tɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “theater”

"theater" has 2 syllables: theat-er. It rhymes with theatre, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: theatre — easy to mix up when writing.

What does theater mean?

noun

  1. A place or building, consisting of a stage and seating, in which an audience gathers to watch plays, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.
  2. A region where a particular action takes place; a specific field of action, usually with reference to war.

    “His grandfather was in the Pacific theater during the war.”

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Words that rhyme with theater

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theatre

Related words

theatredramaturgydramaticshouseamphitheatreplayhousetroupeentertainment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "theater"?▾

"Theater" has 2 syllables: theat · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "theater"?▾

The IPA transcription of "theater" is /ˈθi(ə)tɚ/.

What does "theater" mean?▾

Theater: A place or building, consisting of a stage and seating, in which an audience gathers to watch plays, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.

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