How to Pronounce Yoga

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

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Letters

/ˈjoʊɡə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yoga”

"yoga" has 2 syllables: yog-a. It rhymes with toga and saratoga, if that helps it stick.

What does yoga mean?

noun

  1. Any of several Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity; especially a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind.

Words that rhyme with yoga

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

togasaratogashimogabalogacanogaconestogacuyahogagogakogamoganogaquiroga

Related words

kundalinidhyanakriyatantrakarmavedantabuddhijnana

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yoga"?▾

"Yoga" has 2 syllables: yog · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "yoga"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yoga" is /ˈjoʊɡə/.

What does "yoga" mean?▾

Yoga: Any of several Hindu or Buddhist disciplines aimed at training the consciousness for a state of perfect spiritual insight and tranquillity; especially a system of exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind.

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