How to Pronounce Tuna

To pronounce "tuna", say TUN-a — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtjuː.nə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈtjuː.nə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “tuna”

"tuna" has 2 syllables: tun-a. It rhymes with kahuna and poona, if that helps it stick.

What does tuna mean?

noun

  1. Any of several species of fish of the genus Thunnus in the family Scombridae.
  2. The edible flesh of the tuna.

Synonyms

tuna fishtunny

Words that rhyme with tuna

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

kahunapoonakorunaunatoonamezzalunabrunahoonahidunaacunaaltoonaantuna

Related words

tunnyskipjackyellowfinalbacorebluefinsalmonbigeye

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tuna"?▾

"Tuna" has 2 syllables: tun · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "tuna"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tuna" is /ˈtjuː.nə/.

What does "tuna" mean?▾

Tuna: Any of several species of fish of the genus Thunnus in the family Scombridae.

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