How to Pronounce Triangle

"Triangle" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈtɹaɪˌæŋɡəɫ/ in IPA and it has 3 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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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹaɪˌæŋɡəɫ/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/tɹˈaɪæŋɡəl/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “triangle”

"triangle" has 3 syllables: triangle.

What does triangle mean?

noun

  1. A polygon with three sides and three angles.
  2. A set square.

verb

  1. To form or be included in a three-part interaction, e.g., a Karpman drama triangle, such as by being ganged up on by two people or being torn between conflicting demands from two sources.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "triangle"?▾

"Triangle" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈtɹaɪˌæŋɡəɫ/ in IPA and it has 3 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 "triangle"?▾

"Triangle" has 3 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "triangle"?▾

The IPA transcription of "triangle" is /ˈtɹaɪˌæŋɡəɫ/.

What does "triangle" mean?▾

Triangle: A polygon with three sides and three angles.

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