How to Pronounce “altar”
word
/ˈɔɫtɝ/
AWL-tur
/ˈɒltɐ/
OL-tuh
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɔɫtɝ/
British English
/ˈɒltɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWL-tur
UK
OL-tuh
Listen in Context
They exchanged vows in front of the church altar.
The ancient temple's altar was covered with carvings.
Many families build a small altar at home during holidays.
The priest stood at the altar and prayed.