How to pronounce theater

Say it like this: /ˈθi(ə)tɚ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ˈθi(ə)tɚ/

British/ˈθiː.ə.tə/

Australian/ˈθiətə/

What does theater mean?

nounA place or building, consisting of a stage and seating, in which an audience gathers to watch plays, musical performances, public ceremonies, and so on.

A region where a particular action takes place; a specific field of action, usually with reference to war.

“His grandfather was in the Pacific theater during the war.”

A lecture theatre.

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