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How to pronounce are

Learn how to pronounce are in English with clear US and UK audio, simple phonetic spelling, IPA, syllables, stress, and pronunciation tips.

1. Audio

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2. Simple phonetic spelling
ar
3. IPA transcription
/ɑr/
4. Syllables
are
5. Stress
ar
6. Native-language tips

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How to say are in American English

Use the simple guide "ar" and compare it with US IPA /ɑr/.

How to say are in British English

Compare UK IPA /ɑː/ with the guide "ar", then confirm it with UK audio.

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      FAQ

      What is the IPA for are?

      A common IPA transcription is /ɑr/. PronounceText can show US and UK variants when they differ.

      Where is the stress in are?

      The stress guide is ar.