How to Pronounce Theta

To pronounce "theta", say THET-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈθiːtə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈθiːtə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “theta”

"theta" has 2 syllables: thet-a. It rhymes with raita and peseta, if that helps it stick.

What does theta mean?

noun

  1. The eighth letter of the Modern Greek alphabet, ninth in Old Greek: Θ, θ.
  2. The measure of an angle.

Words that rhyme with theta

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

raitapesetasense-datairetaabeyta

Related words

phiiotatheeupsilontythethetatrontetragramtetractys

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "theta"?▾

"Theta" has 2 syllables: thet · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "theta"?▾

The IPA transcription of "theta" is /ˈθiːtə/.

What does "theta" mean?▾

Theta: The eighth letter of the Modern Greek alphabet, ninth in Old Greek: Θ, θ.

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