How to Pronounce Yonder

To pronounce "yonder", say YOND-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈjɒndə(ɹ)/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈjɒndə(ɹ)/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “yonder”

"yonder" has 2 syllables: yond-er. It rhymes with squander and condor, if that helps it stick.

What does yonder mean?

adverb

To that place.
To that point, end, or result.
“The argument tended thither.”

noun

The vast distance, particularly the sky or trackless forest.

adjective

(with "the") The farther, the more distant of two choices.

Synonyms

away there over there there yonder farther

Antonyms

thence

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Words that rhyme with yonder

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squander condor launder bonder transponder blonder responder donder alexandre bronder conder

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "yonder"?▾

"Yonder" has 2 syllables: yond · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "yonder"?▾

The IPA transcription of "yonder" is /ˈjɒndə(ɹ)/.

What does "yonder" mean?▾

Yonder: To that place.

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