How to Pronounce Too

To pronounce "too", say TOO — one syllable, IPA /tuː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/tuː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “too

"too" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with blue and slew, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: two, thuy, to, tu — easy to mix up when writing.

What does too mean?

adverb

  1. (focus) Likewise.
  2. Also; in addition.

    There has been a cutback in federal subsidies. Too, rates have been increasing.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with too

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "too"?

"Too" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "too"?

The IPA transcription of "too" is /tuː/.

What does "too" mean?

Too: (focus) Likewise.

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