American English pronunciation

How to pronounce measure

/ˈmɛʒər/MEZH-ur2 syllables

“measure” rests on a consonant that's easy to swap for a near neighbour. It's 2 syllables (MEZH-ur), and the trick is in the sounds below — hear it, then say it back and let our AI model show you how close you landed.

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The sounds to nail

  • /ʒ/as in measure

    Voiced /sh/. Vocal cords on.

  • /ɝ / ɚ/as in nurse

    The American rhotic vowel. Curl tongue tip up and back without touching the roof.

Common questions

How many syllables are in “measure”?
“Measure” has 2 syllables: MEZH-ur.
What is the IPA for “measure”?
The American English IPA transcription of “measure” is ˈmɛʒər.
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