How to Pronounce Uproot

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

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Syllables

Letters

/ʌpˈɹuːt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “uproot”

"uproot" has 2 syllables: upr-oot. It rhymes with astute and dispute, if that helps it stick.

What does uproot mean?

verb

To root up; to tear up by the roots, or as if by the roots; to extirpate.
(by extension) To remove from a familiar circumstance, especially suddenly and unwillingly.

Synonyms

deracinate disroot benothing

Words that rhyme with uproot

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

astute dispute acute destitute refute constitute brute moot bruit pursuit attribute substitute

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "uproot"?▾

"Uproot" has 2 syllables: upr · oot.

What is the IPA transcription of "uproot"?▾

The IPA transcription of "uproot" is /ʌpˈɹuːt/.

What does "uproot" mean?▾

Uproot: To root up; to tear up by the roots, or as if by the roots; to extirpate.

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