How to Pronounce Yeah

To pronounce "yeah", say YEAH — one syllable, IPA /ˈjæ.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

yeah

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Syllable

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Letters

/ˈjæ.ə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yeah”

"yeah" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with pah and schah, if that helps it stick.

What does yeah mean?

interjection

  1. Expressing joy, celebration, glee, etc.

    “Yeah! We did it!”

Synonyms

hurrahhurraywoohooyayyippee

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Words that rhyme with yeah

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pahschahradom

Related words

yeagreatsuperfinebabydudekindanice

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yeah"?▾

"Yeah" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "yeah"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yeah" is /ˈjæ.ə/.

What does "yeah" mean?▾

Yeah: Expressing joy, celebration, glee, etc.

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