How to Pronounce Ultra

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

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Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈʌltɹə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ultra”

"ultra" has 2 syllables: ultr-a. It rhymes with ultra-, if that helps it stick.

What does ultra mean?

noun

  1. An ultraroyalist in France.
  2. An extremist, especially an ultranationalist.

adjective

  1. Extreme; far beyond the norm; fanatical; uncompromising.

    “an ultra reformer; ultra measures”

Words that rhyme with ultra

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ultra-

Related words

extremistradicalimmoderatesuperpowerrevolutionaryveryhighlypremier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ultra"?▾

"Ultra" has 2 syllables: ultr · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "ultra"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ultra" is /ˈʌltɹə/.

What does "ultra" mean?▾

Ultra: An ultraroyalist in France.

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