How to Pronounce Uproar

To pronounce "uproar", say UPR-oar — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈʌpɹɔː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈʌpɹɔː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “uproar”

"uproar" has 2 syllables: upr-oar. It rhymes with implore and core, if that helps it stick.

What does uproar mean?

noun

  1. Tumultuous, noisy excitement.
  2. Loud confused noise, especially when coming from several sources.

verb

  1. To throw into uproar or confusion.
  2. To make an uproar.

Words that rhyme with uproar

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

implorecorefurthermoreabhorwhorefrorethereforescoregoresorelorerapport

Related words

brouhahahubbubtumulttumultuousnessgarboilhullabaloocommotionrumpus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uproar"?▾

"Uproar" has 2 syllables: upr · oar.

What is the IPA transcription of "uproar"?▾

The IPA transcription of "uproar" is /ˈʌpɹɔː/.

What does "uproar" mean?▾

Uproar: Tumultuous, noisy excitement.

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