How to Pronounce Wizard

To pronounce "wizard", say WIZ-ard — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈwɪ.zəd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈwɪ.zəd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “wizard”

"wizard" has 2 syllables: wiz-ard. It rhymes with blizzard and gizzard, if that helps it stick.

What does wizard mean?

noun

  1. Someone, usually male, who uses (or has skill with) magic, mystic items, and magical and mystical practices.
  2. One who is especially skilled or unusually talented in a particular field.

    “He was a financial wizard, capable of predicting the movements of the stock markets.”

verb

  1. To practice wizardry.
  2. To conjure.

adjective

  1. Fine, superb (originally RAF slang).

Synonyms

assistantconjurermagemagic usermagicianmysticsorcererwarlock

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Words that rhyme with wizard

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blizzardgizzard

Related words

sorcererwizardlymagicalsorcerousmagicianmagicwizsupernatural

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "wizard"?▾

"Wizard" has 2 syllables: wiz · ard.

What is the IPA transcription of "wizard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "wizard" is /ˈwɪ.zəd/.

What does "wizard" mean?▾

Wizard: Someone, usually male, who uses (or has skill with) magic, mystic items, and magical and mystical practices.

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